If my child support case is reactivated, will it be a new case or be subjected to the old order? As of now I'm unemployed.

Q: If my child support case is reactivated, will it be a new case or be subjected to the old order? As of now I'm unemployed. Brooklyn, NY

A: David's Answer:  If the "old case" was dismissed, then one cannot generally "reactivate" it (except via a motion to vacate a default or motion to renew/reargue). Generally if an order was vacated, then the custodial parent would need to file a new petition, which would then only be retroactive to the new petition's filing. - David Bliven, Westchester Child Support Law attorney (www.blivenlaw.net)