SHOULD EMPLOYERS WITHHOLD CHILD SUPPORT FROM AN EMPLOYEES SHORT TERM DISABILITY PAYMENT?

Yes, employers should withhold child support from an employee's short-term disability payments if mandated by a court order. Short-term disability benefits are considered income, and withholding ensures that support obligations are met, promoting the welfare of the child. Employers typically have a legal responsibility to comply with such orders, which helps maintain consistent support payments even during an employee's temporary inability to work.