Yohay v. Ryan

This appeal arises out of protracted litigation between the parties regarding the custody and support of their minor child, Michael, who was nine years old when the court denied the fathers request for a reduction in child support. The parties separated in April 1980 and in August 1981, entered into a property settlement agreement. This agreement provided for joint custody of Michael and a unitary support and maintenance payment which automatically changed to a payment of $600 per month for child support only, commencing in May, 1984. A further provision was included which stated: