Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri
Unmarried dad medical bill responsibility
Is a man who is not married to the mother of his child responsible for any part of her medical bills? He is paying child support and paying for the insurance on the baby. Is he finacially responsible for any of her co pays etc on her maternity medical bills.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Unmarried dad medical bill responsibility
If the mother files a lawsuit to determine paternity, she can ask the court for a judgment for all of her medical expenses, or "necessaries" incurred in having the baby. Just how is it that the father is paying child support? Is there an administrative finding of paternity and child support order? Is there a court order for child support? Is the father aware of the fact that he has no legally enforceable rights to even see the child without a court order saying so? I strongly suggest that you consult with an attorney and take the appropriate legal action to establish and protect your rights.