Proposed Bill S8431 has sparked new conversations about child support in New York. For years, parents have struggled with rules that often felt unfair or outdated. This bill could change the way payments are calculated and reshape the lives of many families. Proposed Bill S8431: Redefining How Child Support Is Calculated Child support is more […]

Families often face changes in the law that affect everyday life. Even small adjustments can ripple through divorce and child support cases, shaping how much a parent pays or how much a parent keeps to survive. Court forms and child support guidelines in Brooklyn are designed to balance fairness, dignity, and the best interests of […]

Not every story begins with truth. Sometimes, a name gets written down and a man is called “Dad” without ever knowing for sure. Months or even years can pass before doubt creeps in. It could be a feeling. It could be something someone says. Or maybe the child looks nothing like him. In moments like […]

When a judge gives one parent temporary custody, it can feel like a small breath in the middle of a storm. There’s some relief, but many questions still hang in the air. What comes next? What does this decision really mean? Think of temporary custody like a truce during a battle. It’s not the end […]

Brooklyn divorce law is at a turning point in 2025. The push to end no-fault divorce is gaining ground, and the effects could be devastating. No-fault gave couples a way out without blame. It helped them move on without dragging every mistake into court. That protection might not last. Some lawmakers say divorce has become […]