Monthly Archives: September 2026
What Happens When a Teenager Refuses Visitation in New York?
Visitation and custody agreements can become more difficult to manage as your children age. An agreement that worked well for an 8-year-old can become much harder to manage when the child turns 15 or 16 and refuses to spend time with one parent. The question then becomes, “What does a teenager do in a… Read More »
Can a Parent Be Held in Contempt for Repeatedly Violating a New York Custody Order?
A New York custody arrangement is not just a suggestion about how to divide your time with your child. Once a judge decides on custody and visitation, both parties should follow those guidelines. However, if one party does not cooperate, the other parent may have legal options. These can include charging the non-compliant party… Read More »
Can a New York Court Impute Income to a Parent Who Is Voluntarily Unemployed or Underemployed?
In New York State, a child support payment is usually based on the parents’ income. However, what happens if one parent voluntarily gives up a high-paying job, works fewer hours, or takes a lower-paying job? Parents cannot evade their child support obligation by lowering their income. In New York, judges can impute income, meaning… Read More »
Can You Appeal a Child Custody Decision in New York?
A child custody decision can significantly affect the lives of both the parents and the children involved. If one of the parties thinks that there was a grave mistake committed by the courts in determining child custody or visitation issues, they are entitled to file an appeal. Nevertheless, it must be noted that the… Read More »
When Will New York Courts Refuse to Enforce a Prenuptial Agreement?
More and more cases involving prenuptial agreements are being brought before the New York courts, usually by couples who have something important at stake, such as their business, inheritance, assets, or future earning capacity. Although courts do uphold these contracts, there will be instances when one party to the marriage can dispute the prenuptial… Read More »