Question

Review Question III: Persons and Family Relations - O. Support (Family Code, arts. 194-208)

In relation to the provisions of the Family Code on support (arts. 194-208), consider the following scenarios:

1. Marcela and Juan are married and have two children, Sofia and Miguel. However, Marcela and Juan are facing marital problems and have decided to separate. Juan has been the primary breadwinner of the family, while Marcela has been a homemaker and took care of the children. Discuss the rights and obligations of Juan towards support for Sofia and Miguel under the Family Code.
2. Rosa is a single mother to her seven-year-old daughter, Anna. Rosa works as a salesperson and earns a minimum wage. She wants to claim support for Anna from her ex-partner, Carlos, who is a successful businessman. However, Carlos vehemently denies his paternity and refuses to provide support for Anna. Discuss the legal remedies available to Rosa and the factors that the court may consider when determining the amount of support.
3. Arturo, a retired government employee, has a disabled adult daughter named Michelle. Michelle has a physical and mental disability that prevents her from being employed and becoming financially independent. As the sole caregiver and provider for Michelle, Arturo seeks to know if he is still obliged to support his daughter despite her age and disability. Discuss the legal provisions on support for disabled adult children under the Family Code.