It happened with Kalani and Asuelu. It was mentioned to Danielle when Yohan wanted to move to the U.S. Now, it’s Manuel demanding it from Ashley.
I understand that it’s a cultural thing, but why do parents want to put this kind of stress on their children? I feel like it’s a tradition that’s been passed down and since they did it for their parents, it is just expected. Even just a grace period to help them get on their feet before they start sending $200 or $300 a month could alleviate the stress.
I’m from Canada and it’s extremely financially hard here, I couldn’t imagine sending money to anyone every month. I don’t know exactly how it is in the U.S., but I would think $300 is still a lot for anyone to send monthly. Not to mention, these people only have one source of income since the person coming can’t legally work until they get their green card. I know that it’s really a lack of communication on their end, but it really seems that the family is demanding as well, like it is incredibly toxic. Is this a normal thing or is it just exaggerated for T.V.?
It’s not a common concept generally in the US but there are actual laws regarding financial obligations grown children legally have to their parents: " Filial responsibility laws impose a legal obligation on adult children to take care of their parents’ basic needs and medical care. Although most people are not aware of them, 30 states in the U.S. have some type of filial responsibility laws in place."
Blew my mind to find this out since children come into this world without their consent and they do not get to choose their parents. States rarely enforce the policies but it can play a part in civil lawsuits. I guess the only way out of it is some sort of legal/financial emancipation order which is wild.
Maybe the emancipation part happens when the child is a grown adult, lives 5 states or more away and doesn’t make enough to cover the cost of a dependent without then being considered living at poverty level?
My mom received social services support when she had no means of income and I could not financially provide for her or cover her medical costs.