Unreimbursed medical bills....
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I’m not sure anyone knows this and my DH contacting my his lawyer again but the Ex-wife sent a letter out of the blue requesting medical premiums from 2014-2015! This is the first he’s heard about it.
This is in Washington state. Initially the lawyer said it’s been too long and the court would throw it out. He looked up the child support law and it says within 24 mths the Child Support Office will collect. But it’s been over 5 years.
The support officer said my DH just needs to pay his obligation no matter how much time has passed. But she says that to every question he’s asked.
Anyone have any experience with this type of thing?
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Usually a CO will stipulate
Usually a CO will stipulate that one parent will carry medical insurance and that further medical costs are split on some percentage.
I guess it depends upon the wording of his CO whether it is just actual medical bills.. or whether premiums etc.. could be included.
If he didn't pay his share back then ... I guess he should now if the CO is mute on a time lapse.. since the office is telling you he should pay back amounts.
He can fight it, but he will
He can fight it, but he will likely lose. Worth a try, though. Even if it's not in the CO, they will most likely ask for him to help pay them, especially if the CO says nothing about medical expenses or a deadline.
WA State will collect
WA State will collect anything they can. Expect him to have to pay, esp. if it's stipulated in the CO. I would think the only out would be if there's a statement that he must receive the request for payment w/in "X days" and proof of delivery (email read receipt, certified mail, something like that). Otherwise, prepare to receive something from the state regarding collection.
Random thoughts
Random thoughts
He needs to check what the court order says about who has to carry the insurance. If BM has to carry the insurance, the $s for his share of the premium (I would think) are built into the CS.
If this is for 2014-2015, are there other years that BM is expecting payment for once she gets these?
What is the statute of limitations for debt in the state?
This is from the Washington
This is from the Washington child support division. It seems to state 2 years but she can take him to court (which she’s likely to do)
“The party seeking reimbursement must ask DCS to serve a notice of support owed for medical support within two years of the date that the uninsured medical expense or premium was incurred.
I'd say if she takes it to
I'd say if she takes it to court, she has a good chance of winning. At least here, they feel like if bills need to be paid, both parties have to pay them.
Court order stipulates 50% of
Court order stipulates 50% of all other expenses.. Including any copays or bills not covered by insurance along with child care... Ex has paid zero and instead responded with her list of bills.... Asked her to take out from what she owes me... Have not received a response from her..... I also cc my lawyer... What are my legal options?
The 50% is clearle stated in
The 50% is clearle stated in the cort order... Does this mean anything???? We shouldn't have to go to small claims for expenses clearly stipulated in the custody order. When I owed mom arrears they witheld my income tax refund! ALL OF IT! Why is this any different? Legal system is completely unfair if it doesn't even enforce what it mandates!!
What are the options for an
What are the options for an Ex that will not pay 50% of expenses as stipulated in the court order? I have paid for child care, counseling expenses not covered by my insurance and medical expenses. Amount due to me is over 3,500. I have priority mailed copies and sent over 4 emails since September of 2019..... With absolutely no response! Receipts are clearly itemized directly from service provider proving all expenses.
What are my legal recourses????? I am trying to be civil and not increase my legal costs for a battle that has taken over 5 years....with a legal system that could easily fix tjis, but chooses to prolong everything!!!!!!
If these are for premiums, in
If these are for premiums, in WA state the cost of premiums paid by the parent providing insurance is deducted during the CS calculation process. The other parent can also deduct any premiums they pay for health insurance in the CS calculation, even if they are not obligated to provide health insurance, but I believe that would have to be agreed to by both parties If they are medical expenses outside of premiums, what he owes would be governed by their CO.
Sorry you must go thru this.
Sorry you must go thru this.
Use to be cp had 30days or 45 to request payment WITH proper docs to support. And, cp had a strict time limit to submit bill to ncp.
Well, If possible, would 1. request proof she paid it, WHEN she paid it and how she paid it. and 2. IF it has gone to collection, pay them directly IF bill is outstanding. but 3. Treat it as a collection company....SHE has burden to prove the debt is yours.
Hope that makes sense...for all you know she left it go to collections OR possibly her parents paid it?? GET PROOF of payment.