Category Archives: Family
Crucial Updates to Florida’s Timesharing Laws You Need To Know About
Florida’s timesharing laws have experienced various changes over the past few years. This year Florida’s timesharing laws underwent more changes after Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law CS/HB 1301 in June. It is crucial for parents in Florida to understand the changes that were made to the state’s timesharing laws. These changes impact parents… Read More »
How Social Media Can Affect Your Family Law Case
Social media is a popular way of sharing information and keeping in touch with friends and family. A majority of Americans use social media. According to Pew Research Center, approximately 7 out of 10 Americans use social media. However, many people don’t know that social media can be used in court cases. Social media… Read More »
Can a Divorce Adversely Affect Your Credit Score?
If you are going through a Florida divorce, you may have a lot of questions on your mind. One of the questions you may be asking yourself is, “Can a divorce adversely affect my credit score?” So, can a divorce adversely affect your credit score? Well, a divorce cannot directly affect your credit score…. Read More »
What if I cannot afford to pay my child support or alimony?
If you find yourself in the position that you cannot pay your child support or alimony obligation due to circumstances beyond your control, such as the loss of a job or extended illness or medical care due to a serious injury or accident, there are legal remedies available. First, it is important to understand… Read More »
5 Main Reasons To Hire A Family Law Attorney
Dealing with family law-related issues like divorce, child support, property division, or paternity can be stressful. If you are dealing with a family law-related matter, it is best that you hire an attorney. Indeed, you have the right to handle your case “pro se.” However, having a family lawyer by your side can be… Read More »
Timesharing Dos And Don’ts
Under F.S. 61.13, the public policy in Florida is that children have continuing and frequent contact with both their parents after a separation or divorce. In Florida, after parents separate or divorce, the court will order them to share parental rights and responsibilities unless such an arrangement is detrimental to the child. Usually, a… Read More »
Important Things Florida Residents Need To Know About Divorce
Every state has different rules surrounding divorce. As a Florida resident, you need to understand the specific rules that apply to Florida divorces. This article discusses some important things Florida residents need to know about divorce. No-fault Divorce State Florida is a no-fault divorce state which means, when seeking a divorce in Florida, a… Read More »
Debunking Common Myths About Domestic Violence
Unfortunately, many myths abound concerning domestic violence. Myths about domestic violence must be exposed because most of these myths lead to people choosing not to speak up. If you are a domestic abuse victim, the following are some of the myths you should avoid believing; Myth #1: Domestic Violence Is Rare False: Domestic violence… Read More »
Here’s How Alcohol Use Can Influence Timesharing Decisions
Florida courts generally encourage frequent and continuing contact for children with both parents after a divorce as this is in every child’s the best interest. There is presently a legislative proposal that a 50/50 timesharing schedule is presumptively in a child’s best interest; however, that legislation has not yet passed. For now, many judges… Read More »
What You Should Know About Florida Parenting Plans
Florida statutes mandate that all divorce cases involving minor children include a parenting plan which is submitted to the Court. It can be drafted by the parents if the divorce is uncontested or drafted by the Court if the matter proceeds to trial. The primary purpose of a parenting plan is to set forth… Read More »