I am an OTR truck driver. I am paying child support weekly. freight is slow,

Q) I am an OTR truck driver. I am paying child support weekly. freight is slow, my paychecks are going way down
I have sent in new paystubs and nothing
I am barely surviving with paying child support, arrears which I didnt even know I had. and how health insurance which is 70
dollars a paycheck. if the family has had husky A for years, why am I getting hit with this too.

A) If you are an OTR (Over-The-Road) truck driver and are currently experiencing a slowdown in freight, which may be affecting your ability to make your child support payments on time, here are some steps you can take:

  1. Contact your local child support agency: If you know in advance that you will not be able to make your child support payment on time, contact your local child support agency as soon as possible. They may be able to work with you to establish a payment plan or modify your existing child support order.
  2. Explore your options: Depending on your circumstances, there may be other options available to you. For example, you may be able to seek temporary relief from your child support obligation or modify your order to reflect changes in your income.
  3. Keep accurate records: It’s important to keep accurate records of your earnings, expenses, and child support payments. This can help you demonstrate that you are doing everything possible to meet your child support obligations, even if you are experiencing financial difficulties.
  4. Communicate with the other parent: If possible, communicate with the other parent and explain your situation. They may be willing to work with you or understand your situation.
  5. Seek legal advice: If you are experiencing ongoing financial difficulties that are affecting your ability to make your child support payments, it may be wise to seek legal advice. An attorney can help you explore your options and advise you on the best course of action.

Remember, failing to make child support payments can have serious consequences, such as wage garnishment, loss of driver’s license, or even arrest. Therefore, it is important to take action as soon as possible to ensure that you are meeting your child support obligations.

With changes to your pay you can request a modification of your child support obligation:

Gather evidence of changes in circumstances.
File a Petition to Modify Child Support.
Argue that you are paying “extras.”
Identify a change in financial circumstances.
Submit a joint request to the court.

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