How to Calculate Child Support Payments in Ontario
Of the many consequences of divorce, the changes to the family’s financial affairs can create tension in an already strained situation. The costs associated with operating separate households—often on reduced income—could result in the children experiencing certain hardships. It is key for parents to remember, under Canadian Family Law, they are both legally responsible for the financial...
How a Father Can Get Full Custody Of His Children
Divorce cases can be horrible, especially if both parents want full custody of their children. When children are involved, their rights and best interests must be considered in addition to the rights of each divorcing spouse. While the law may favour the mother when the child is very young, more fathers are being granted full custody. In order to apply for custody, it is important to...
How to File For Child Custody in Ontario With Child Support
While divorce can be a difficult process, couples who have children need to put a priority on their children’s best interests. Under Ontario’s Family Law, parents are required to provide care for their children regardless of marital status. So when a marriage breaks down, parents must make important decisions about custody, access, and support for their children. Related resource: Online...
Are You Worried about How Custody Arrangements Affect Children?
Did you know that trying to get your child to hate your ex will cause them to hate you? As the parent, you can have a big influence on how your child custody agreement will affect your children. You can help set the tone for how your children should interact with your ex. Like a trickle-down effect, your kids could mimic your behaviour and attitudes so you want to be mindful of what you say...
Paternity Test Guidelines: What If He Refuses?
Every part of your relationship with this man has been a struggle… so why should this be any different? You know he’s the father of your baby, but he’s refusing a paternity test, and any of the parental obligations that would go with a positive result. Is there a set of legal paternity test guidelines? What do you do now? Can you force him to take the test? This isn’t the answer you want to...
What Exactly is Custodial interference?
If you’re a divorced parent, one of the biggest issues you and your ex fight about most is probably raising your children. And if you’re the custodial parent, your ex might give you a hard time about being involved in your kid’s life. While it may seem only an annoyance, this situation can actually be a serious problem, especially if it creates a barrier between you and your children. Read...
Should Pets Be Treated Like Kids Under Canada Visitation Rights Law?
You can’t bear to think about starting over without the help of your furry best friend. During this divorce, you’re going to need everything they’ve got. Their unflappable loyalty, their silent understanding, and their unlimited affection. But should pets be treated like kids under Canada visitation rights law? You feel like your ex-spouse is going to try to take your pet in the divorce....
3 Things That Can Cost You Your Joint Custody Visitation Rights
Can your ex-spouse’s constantly missing support payments cost them their joint custody visitation rights? A lot of people wish this was the case. But in Canada, you can’t withhold child access for missed child support payments, nor can you refuse to pay child support because the other parent will not let you see your children. A court will also never take away access because of overdue...
Dispelling the Myths Around Unmarried Fathers Rights Ontario
When it comes to fathers’ rights, there are many myths circulating, and they’re generally quite harmful. There are a number of misapprehensions regarding unmarried fathers, too. Many of them don’t understand their rights under Ontario’s laws. Read on to get the facts on unmarried fathers’ rights in Ontario. Myth: You Have No Right to Custody Many people think that if you fathered a child out...