by Turco Legal | Sep 17, 2020 | Appeals, Child Support, Contempt
In a new case, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court addresses the important constitutional safeguards a defendant must receive in a child support contempt matter. Case Facts The parties in the case, Department of Revenue Child Support Enforcement v.... by Turco Legal | Nov 3, 2017 | Child Support, Contempt, Custody
James must pay $153 per week in child support as part of his divorce from Jeri. For the past two months, James has not paid any support to Jeri. What could happen in this case? There can be several consequences for parents when they do not pay their child support... by Turco Legal | Jun 24, 2017 | Appeals, Contempt, Divorce
How do civil contempt cases work? What is the standard of proof? In other words, what must the plaintiff prove in order to prevail in a contempt action? Example 1: Kyle is divorced and has primary custody of his two children. Kyle is concerned that his former spouse,... by Turco Legal | Mar 22, 2017 | Child Support, Contempt, Divorce
Criminal abandonment charges apply when someone intentionally or negligently refuses to care for an immediate family member. This includes a spouse, child, or parent. Several Massachusetts statutes address criminal abandonment and the legal consequences tied to this...