Divorce Lawyers New York - Why is establishing Paternity important?
Why is establishing Paternity important?
Paternity can provide benefits to the parents as well as the child, and it is a good way to get the relationship with the child off to a good start. Establishing paternity is the critical first step in collecting child support. When legal paternity is established, a child has the right to the father's Social Security or veteran's benefits, medical coverage, pensions and inheritance. Also, the medical genetic information of both parents is available for the child if needed for diagnosis and treatment of medical problems.
