How is child support actually calculated in Florida? In this episode of When Split Happens, Jacksonville family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite walks through the process step by step, from determining each parent’s income to calculating the final monthly support obligation.

Learn how Florida courts determine gross and net income, apply the child support guidelines, account for each parent’s share of income and time-sharing, and factor in expenses such as childcare and health insurance. Jay also explains when the court may deviate from the guideline amount and why having accurate financial information and a detailed parenting plan matters.

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How do bonuses and overtime affect child support in Florida? In this episode of When Split Happens, Jacksonville family law attorney Jay Henderlite explains how Florida courts consider overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other variable income when calculating child support. Learn how courts may average fluctuating income, when changes in overtime can support a modification, and what parents with unpredictable or self-employment income should know.

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How Does Wage Garnishment for Support Work?

How does wage garnishment work for child support in Florida? In this episode of When Split Happens, Jacksonville family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains how income withholding works and what both paying and receiving parents should know.

Jay explains why wage garnishment is typically part of the standard Florida child support process, how much can be withheld from a paycheck, what happens when a parent changes jobs, and why employers are required to comply with a valid income withholding order. He also discusses how enforcement can work for self-employed or contract workers and what steps are required to change or stop income withholding.

Whether you're receiving child support or trying to understand deductions from your paycheck, this episode provides practical information about wage garnishment and child support enforcement in Florida.

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What counts as income when Florida courts calculate child support? In this episode of When Split Happens, Jacksonville family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains why child support is based on much more than a parent’s salary.

Jay discusses how Florida courts consider wages, bonuses, overtime, commissions, tips, self-employment income, rental income, retirement benefits, Social Security, disability payments, and other sources of income. He also explains how courts may impute income when a parent is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed and how income is calculated for self-employed parents.

The episode also explains why full financial disclosure is essential and how failing to report income can affect a child support calculation.

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Missing child support payments in Florida can lead to serious legal and financial consequences. In this episode of When Split Happens, family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains how Florida enforces child support orders, what happens when payments fall behind, and the options available to both parents.

Learn how unpaid child support becomes a legal judgment, the enforcement tools available—including wage garnishment, license suspension, tax refund interception, and contempt of court—and why acting quickly is essential if your financial circumstances change. Whether you're seeking to enforce a child support order or need to request a modification, this episode provides practical guidance on navigating Florida's child support laws.

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Military deployment can create unique challenges for parents navigating custody and time-sharing in Florida. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains how Florida law protects the parental rights of deployed service members and what families can do to prepare before deployment.

Jay discusses whether deployment can affect custody, how parenting plans should address military service, temporary modifications during deployment, virtual communication with children, delegation of time-sharing to family members, and why courts generally cannot make permanent custody changes based solely on military deployment.

Whether you're an active-duty service member, military spouse, or co-parent, this episode offers practical guidance on protecting your parental rights while balancing the realities of military service.

If you're facing a military custody issue in Jacksonville or Northeast Florida, understanding these legal protections can help you create a parenting plan that works both during and after deployment.

This episode is part of our ongoing series covering military divorce and family law issues affecting service members and their families in Florida.

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Military retirement benefits are often one of the most valuable assets in a military divorce, and dividing them involves both Florida family law and federal regulations. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains how military pensions are treated during divorce and why these cases require careful planning.

Jay discusses how Florida's equitable distribution laws apply to military retirement, the role of the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA), and the significance of the 10/10 Rule. He also explains how courts calculate a spouse's share of military retirement benefits, common mistakes involving DFAS orders, and why properly drafted pension division orders are critical.

Whether you're an active-duty service member, veteran, or military spouse, this episode provides a practical overview of the rules that can have a lasting impact on your financial future.

If you're facing a military divorce in Jacksonville or Northeast Florida, understanding how military retirement benefits are divided can help you make informed decisions throughout the process.

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Military divorce follows many of the same rules as a traditional Florida divorce, but federal laws can create additional challenges involving jurisdiction, deployment, retirement benefits, and military-specific protections. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explains the key differences between military and civilian divorce cases.

Jay discusses common issues facing military families, including residency requirements, jurisdiction questions, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), military retirement benefits, and eligibility for certain military spouse benefits after divorce. He also explains why military divorces often require careful planning to avoid costly mistakes involving both state and federal law.

Whether you're an active-duty service member, reservist, veteran, or military spouse, this episode provides a practical overview of the unique considerations that can impact a Florida military divorce.

If you're facing a military divorce in Jacksonville or Northeast Florida, understanding these issues early can help you protect your rights and make informed decisions throughout the process.

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