Under Massachusetts law, parents who are divorced or separated must continue to support their children. In Massachusetts, a parent’s child support obligation is calculated based upon the Child Support Guidelines. The Child Support Guidelines are a set of rules that dictate how to calculate a parent’s child support obligation, and what income must be included…
Archives for December 2013
What You Should Know About Guardianship, Living Wills and Powers of Attorney
Adults who become incapable of caring for themselves, their property or their dependents may have a guardian appointed for them. However, guardianship can be avoided through the use of living wills and powers of attorney. In such circumstances, personal preferences can be respected without the need for court-appointed guardians. Living wills/healthcare proxies (“living wills”) and…
Change in Federal Regulations After DOMA is Partially Struck Down
On June 26, 2013, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in United States v. Windsor, in which it reviewed, and ultimately struck down, Section 3 of DOMA. Section 3 of DOMA stated: ‘‘In determining the meaning of any Act of Congress, or of any ruling, regulation, or interpretation of the various administrative bureaus and agencies…
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