Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

I have a 13 year old daughter with spina bifida. When we divorced she was 3. It is now becoming more and more apparent that she is not going to be able to care for her own needs at 18, if ever. My medical out of pocket cost for her range between $8,000 and $12,000 a year. Can I get child support extended beyond the age of 18 and to incorporate medical cost until I no longer carry her on my private health insurance?


Asked on 3/24/16, 5:31 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Lucreita Becude Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.

It could be possible

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Answered on 3/24/16, 6:13 pm
Barry Kaufman The Law Office of Barry W. Kaufman

Maybe. Don't wait until she's 17 years and 11 months old to ask.

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Answered on 3/24/16, 7:56 pm
Robert McCall Law Office of Robert McCall

It is possible to have declared a Ward (Guardianship) or to apply for Social Security disability under a parents account. See an experienced attorney.

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Answered on 3/27/16, 6:08 am
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

If the child will be an adult special needs child then yes child support will extend beyond age 18, probably for life.

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Answered on 3/28/16, 1:31 am


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