kimbo67 said:
So I could still try to go in front of the friend of the court? They would decide? He is also going for a HUGE lawsuit because of the car accident, but he doesn't see our son because of his wife. Maybe once a year. Thanks again for your time and info, it is very helpful! He said it wouldn't be up to the court anymore.
The judge MAY decide to leave CS as is, making dad responsible for the difference. They may decide to set CS at what SS WOULD pay with only his biological child collecting benefits, again leaving it to him to pay the difference. They may decide that he doesn't have to pay anything above the SS. Until the order is actually modified and signed by the judge, he is responsible for paying the full amount as ordered.
One other thing to look into would be the civil suit against the at fault party. I have absolutely no idea whatsoever if it is even possible to do in Michigan, but there have been cases in OTHER states where a custodial parent has successfully sued for damages on behalf of the child and sometimes themselves (if the injured party was responsible for paying alimony/spousal support) due to the loss of "income"
Like I said, I don't know if that is even an option for you. Hopefully there is someone here that DOES know for sure one way or the other. If not, a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer may be useful.