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Florida family law courts strive to address all issues while protecting the rights of all parties. When children are involved, this is a particularly sensitive topic. In some instances, disputes center on parents wanting to spend more time with their kids. In others,...
You might breathe a sigh of relief once your divorce is finalized. After all, key legal issues might’ve been aggressively fought over, whether at the negotiation table or in court, and now all has come to a close. But even if you obtained a favorable outcome, the...
A Florida family law case with a divorce, child custody and other issues can be emotionally draining and difficult to get beyond. There is an inevitable sense of relief when it is finally over. However, just because the court case is concluded does not mean new...
Guardianships serve an important purpose. Florida courts can appoint a guardian for minors or adults who are physically or mentally disabled or incapable of taking care of themselves or making decisions. A guardian can be appointed to make financial and/or personal...
As we get older, it becomes harder for us to stay on top of all of our affairs. That’s just part of life. But your abilities may be even more diminished if your physical and mental health has steadily declined over the years. In these instances, you might find that...
The right to possess a firearm is enshrined in the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Still, Florida “red-flag” laws permit the issuance of risk protection orders that impede on this right and prohibit you from possessing a firearm. Sometimes, a red-flag order...
A financial affidavit is a sworn statement made by a spouse going through a divorce that provides details on all the property the spouse owns, their income, their expenses and any marital debts they have. Financial affidavits are sometimes necessary if it is suspected...
When we think of our health and estate planning, we often concentrate on two big items: durable power of attorney and a living will, also referred to as a health care surrogate. While both of these documents are essential, we might also want to include a third type of...
The chances that you’ll need some sort of long-term care in your life is significant. In fact, some studies show that individuals aged 65 and older have a 70% chance of needing long-term care. Some of that care is home-based, while some of it involves a stay in a...
Previously on the blog we discussed parental alienation and the harm that it can cause to your child and your relationship with them. And alienation can take many forms, too, some of which aren’t easy to spot. Your child’s other parent may tell your child lies about...