Hearing the words “nasty divorce” can immediately evoke the thought of a costly battle ahead. We hear about the recent celebrity break-up along with a startling divorce settlement figure dances that end up being published by media outlets on a regular basis. While it’s no...
Couples who reside in Florida, who no longer wish to remain married, can file for dissolution of the marriage. Although many states require a statement of grounds (such as adultery) for a divorce to be granted - Florida is a no-fault divorce state. That means...
In the state of Florida, non-custodial parents are often required to pay child support as a means of continuing to contribute financially to the upbringing of the children. Sometimes circumstances may change, and the parent responsible for paying the child support can get behind in...
In Florida, a staggering percentage of marriages end in divorce. If you are in the process of getting married or are considering proposing to your long-term partner, those oft-cited and depressing statistics don’t have to scare you - plenty of couples “make it” too. What...
It’s a parenting nightmare: you’ve just gone through a divorce, and had a long and drawn-out custody battle, and now your co-parent isn’t living up to their commitments and responsibilities. Sometimes your co-parent might be putting in a genuine effort and is close to doing...
Divorce has a profound impact on children. It changes their perception of relationships, where they physically live, and with whom they spend most of their time. These challenges, combined with the innate difficulties of growing older, can inhibit a child’s development if not dealt with...
Understanding child support calculations can be a challenging feat. Child support is determined based (mainly) on the income of each party, along with a few other factors. It can often be confusing in situations where a parent is laid off, not working, or is underemployed because...
Every year, thousands of people become victims of Domestic Violence. It is estimated that the vast majority, about 85% of these victims, are women. From physical and emotional abuse to homicide, domestic violence is something that, unfortunately, affects many people in this country. As a...
When it comes to divorce, every couple is different. Just the same, every family unit is different. However, there are some common reactions that children have when their parents are divorcing. Though your child may not exhibit all of these reactions due to his/her age...