Unraveling the Complexities of Child Support

Child support is a topic that often sparks confusion and debate. Many misconceptions surround its intricacies, leaving individuals unsure of their rights and obligations in such cases. In the "Point of Order" segment on The Rashad Richey Morning Show, attorney Erica Wilson shed light on various aspects of child support and addressed common misnomers, providing valuable guidance and insight.

During the segment, Wilson emphasized the primary needs of the child, clarifying that child support is never just about the numbers. She highlighted that income disparity or a child's special needs can impose obligations on non-custodial parents, even in joint custody arrangements. Wilson also spoke on the relationship between biological fatherhood, the signing of birth certificates, and legitimization.

Listeners will also learn that Wilson works with the Fairness Firm, an international Law Group of human and civil rights attorneys. She invites individuals seeking professional legal assistance to reach out to the firm for help with discrimination claims, catastrophic or personal injury, sexual assault, or police brutality, among others. The Fairness Firm serves clients globally and is dedicated to addressing the primary needs of the child.

Moreover, Wilson candidly addressed the impact of a step-parent's income on assessment of child support obligations. She dispelled the misconception that a step-parent's income is factored into child support calculations, emphasizing that deviations in payment, if applicable, may occur only if the step-parent has a qualified child of their own.

In summary, listeners can expect to gain invaluable insights from this interview on child support. Through Wilson's expertise, they will learn about the primary needs of the child, biological fatherhood, legitimization, and the impact of step-parents' income on child support obligations. They will also discover the range of legal services provided by the Fairness Firm and gain clarity on commonly held misconceptions.

Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning 'Rashad Richey Morning Show' on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the 'Dr. Rashad Richey Review' on SiriusXM's Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.






The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey' on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.








Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.








Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master's thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master's thesis was adapted into a book titled, 'Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures', which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre b0ok on the Amazon platform.








As an executive leader, Dr. Richey says it's imperative to combine business practices with compassionate leadership principles, which was a primary focus when completing his Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Beulah Heights University. Dr. Richey also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Humanitarian Studies from the University of Renaissance and a Doctor of Law in International Law (ABD) from the research institution, Azteca University.








He is currently in the final leg of completing his Juris Doctor (Law Degree) from Birmingham Law School and dually enrolled in a PhD in Quantum Physics program, which is a collaborative between the Clark Atlanta University physics department and the School of Life Information Science & Engineering at Asia Pacific School of Business.








As host of The Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Richey has interviewed everyone from Vice-President Kamala Harris to TI, and always brings relevant information, the best on-air debates, and most insightful interviews in media. Tune in every weekday morning from 7am-10am on News and Talk 1380-WAOK, V-103FM (HD3), www.WAOK.com, or on the Audacy App.