Southern California Family Law Attorney Blog

For the most part, people can understand that parents in San Bernardino, or elsewhere, may occasionally be met with financial challenges that cause them to fall behind on their bills, including court ordered child support payments. In some cases, however, even without extenuating circumstances, a parent may fall behind.

Best known as a member of the Jackson 5, singer, Jermaine Jackson is reportedly not letting the fact that he owes child support affect his lifestyle. According to reports, Jackson recently traded in his Rolls-Royce and bought a 2009 Ferrari. It was not reported how much he owes in back child support, but the mother of Jackson’s children was purportedly granted a request for garnishment of Jackson’s wages on the same day he purchased his lavish new ride.

Jackson’s monthly income remains unknown to the public at this time, as does the reason for his failure to make the monthly, court ordered payments. Based on the garnishment order, the $3,000 that Jackson is reportedly supposed to be paying in child support each month will be withheld from his earnings, as will an additional $750 to pay back the amount he owes.

Whatever the reason, when a parent falls behind on court ordered child support payments, it can affect the ability of the custodial parent to provide for the everyday expenses and cost of living for the child. If you are owed child support, or if you owe child support and need to seek a child support modification, you may consider speaking with a lawyer to discuss your options. An attorney can advise you based on the specifics of your particular situation, as well as address any other concerns that you may have.

Source: TMZ, "Jermaine Jackson – Proud Ferrari Owner Has Wages Garnished for Child Support", Oct. 8, 2013