Parents often want to shield their child from any hardships in life, especially divorce. Both parents and children go through a lot of emotional stages when the parents divorce, which can sometimes cloud a parent’s judgement. For this reason, when it comes to making...
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The causes of domestic violence
Domestic violence and abuse often take the form of an escalating pattern of violence, and the result could be criminal charges for the instigator as well as a restraining order. There are many factors that can lead to domestic violence in Florida. It's important to be...
Domestic violence can affect gun ownership
Domestic violence has, unfortunately, been a persistent problem across the United States. That includes our home state of Florida. In some places, when people have a record for domestic violence, they will lose access to their guns. In Florida, it's a little more...
What should you know about prenuptial agreements?
You may be planning a grand wedding in Florida, but you want to protect your assets. This is wise because you never know what might happen in the future. In the event that you and your new spouse end up divorcing, you may want to consider a prenuptial agreement. If...
A federal loan could impact your divorce
Many married couples share finances, which is why the divorce process involves separating those assets. When federal student loans are involved, divorce becomes more difficult and stressful to deal with. Both spouses may end up with more financial responsibilities...
The effect domestic violence has on custody decisions
With millions of children living in homes where domestic violence has occurred, a history of this abuse, whether in the past or continuing, will be a factor in custody and visitation decisions made by the court. Families in Florida who are in this type of situation...
Key points about a negotiated parenting agreement in Florida
In Florida divorces, one of the most emotionally difficult issues that estranged couples must deal with often relates to their children. Child custody and parenting time can be complex and rife with dispute. Still, there may be sufficient common ground for the parents...
How does a marriage’s duration impact permanent alimony?
In Florida, there are several types of alimony that can be awarded as part of a divorce. Several factors are considered in every case. Often, a spouse who is seeking alimony will request that it be provided permanently. With permanent alimony, certain criteria must be...
Understanding guardianships in Florida
When a person is unable to manage his or her property, finances or personal care, it may be necessary to appoint a guardian for that person. A guardianship is a legal proceeding in Florida where a guardian is appointed to act on behalf of an incapacitated person,...
Are you being subjected to parental alienation?
Having children can be enormously rewarding. A child custody dispute, though, can threaten your relationship with your child. You might be faced with limited visitation or losing sole physical custody, or maybe your simply not kept up to date on everything that is...