Q: My ex and i have had a verbal agreement on child support payments but recently has served me with court paperwork for an unknown reason. I have proof of all payments and have never not paid. A few years ago i was severely injured on the job task and about 6 months ago received a fair settlement that i have put into savings. On the summonds it asks to put down all income assets etc. This is from an injury that my doctor claims a permanent 25% loss in my arm Hense why i got this money. Is this something i have to report to child support when court date happens? I cant afford a lawyer or I'd ask one.
A: David's Answer: Yes, you have to report it as to do otherwise would be to commit felony perjury. That said, merely because you have money in the bank doesn't mean this constitutes "income." Whether it's considered income or not may depend on whether that's your sole source of income & whether you're drawing upon it to pay living expenses. If so & perhaps to that extent it may be considered income. Speak further with a child support lawyer in your area. -- David Bliven, Westchester Child Support attorney (www.blivenlaw.net)
David Bliven is a former Family Court prosecutor who handles the full range of Divorce and Family Law cases, including child support and paternity matters. He practices primarily in Westchester (White Plains and vicinity) and the Bronx (Riverdale and vicinity). His website can be found at www.blivenlaw.net.
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