The Child Support Guidelines first set out a broad list of sources of income. It is important to note that the definition applies to gross income from any source, regardless of whether it is reported by the Internal Revenue Service or the Department of Revenue. The...
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How the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines Define “Parenting Time” as a Basis of Support Obligations
The Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines, effective as of August 1, 2013, are in place to minimize the impact of parents’ separation on the child/ren’s lifestyle and to promote joint parental responsibility in the raising of minor children. Child support payments...
Filing for Restraining Orders in Massachusetts
Many spouses want to create a separation between themselves and abusive spouse, and for good reason. The courts will often grant a spouse’s petition for filing restraining orders once they demonstrate that they or the children are victims of domestic abuse, violence,...

