Under California Law, a party to a family law case involving spousal and/or child support is entitled to an annual update as to the other sides income and expenses. The amount of that support awarded by the court is based largely on the information provided on the income and expenses of both parties.

After the court has awarded either spousal or child support, it is the responsibility of the parties to notify and seek a modification if warranted. If there has been a change in the income and expense of either party, from when the court ordered support, the party seeking a modification must file a motion with the court. The court will look at the new information submitted, and order a new support amount.

The right to have an annual update as to income and expense of an opposing party in a family law case, is a right given to both sides. In order to receive updated information, one party must serve the other party with the demand.

Please feel free to contact Wallin & Klarich to discuss your case. You can reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (888) 749-7428 for more information.