by Chip Farrar | May 7, 2025 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
A party can request a modification of child support in under several circumstances, primarily when there is a substantial change in circumstances or when the modification is necessary to ensure the welfare of the child. The law provides that child support orders may...
by Chip Farrar | Apr 24, 2025 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
A child support order may be modified upon a showing of a substantial change in circumstances or for proper cause. The burden of proof lies with the party seeking the modification to demonstrate the change in circumstances justifying the modification. Relevant factors...
by Chip Farrar | Mar 26, 2025 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
The amount of child support in Michigan is determined primarily by applying the Michigan Child Support Formula (MCSF), which is developed by the state Friend of the Court Bureau. This formula is based on the “income shares model,” which ensures that a...
by Chip Farrar | Jun 25, 2024 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
It possibly could be counted as income. According to the 2021 Michigan Child Support Formula Manual, their income “may include the value of gifts or gratuities such as money, food, shelter, transportation, or other goods or services that a parent receives from...
