Child support is the act of the legal arrangement between a noncustodial parent and the parent who has custody. Child support is financial support paid by the noncustodial parent to the parent who has primary custody. Many factors are considered when setting child support amounts. These can include but aren’t limited to both parents’ financial situations in addition to the following:
Whether or not one spouse is requesting alimony.
The cost of health insurance and/or medical expenses.
The presence of any veteran’s or Social Security benefits.
The receipt of any workers’ compensation.
Income from estates, trust or lottery winnings.
If there are other children in the household.