Is Divorce Really Seasonal?
While people can file for divorce at any time, new research is showing a seasonal trend. According to research done by the University of Washington, divorce filings consistently peak in March and August. This result shows that divorce filings may be governed by a domestic ritual pattern that drives family behavior. It is also noted...
Don’t Delay: The Disadvantages of A Drawn-Out Divorce
Divorce, no matter how amicable you and your spouse attempt to make it, is going to have its share of unpleasantness and stress, both emotional and financial. For this reason, you or your soon-to-be-ex may understandably start to procrastinate divorce proceedings in an attempt (either knowingly or subconsciously) to delay the inevitable ordeal. However, there...
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Shared Child Custody is A Florida Family Law Option
As most divorce attorneys will say, few legal matters are more emotionally fraught than child custody battles. No loving parent can bear the thought of losing access to a child. That fear is often what drives parents to fight to the bitter end to retain as much time with their kids as possible. According to...
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It’s The Little Details That Make a Parenting Plan Work
Have you ever counted the number of decisions that you and the other parent make regarding your child each day? Has your child earned the right to stay up later? What discipline is appropriate for your child’s transgression? Should your child watch that movie or is it inappropriate at this age? Parents make all of...
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New Ruling Addresses Division of Military Benefits After Divorce
Most Florida residents who are members of the United States military have a basic understanding of how their benefits are handled. For those who are preparing to divorce, it is important to take a closer look at how those benefits will be divided, as the outcome will have a lasting impact on the financial standing of...
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How YouTube Can Negatively Impact Family Law Matters
Many Florida readers make frequent use of YouTube, an online platform that allows users to upload and share videos. In fact, some families have even created their own YouTube channel to share content with friends, family, and anyone else who happens to take interest in their videos. It is even possible to monetize one’s YouTube...
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The Links Between Divorce and Estate Planning
For many Florida residents, the end of a marriage represents the death of that relationship, as well as the birth of a new phase of life. Divorce may have other links to death, however, in the form of an individual’s estate planning. It is important to understand how life insurance is impacted by divorce, and how...
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How to Protect An Inheritance During A Florida Divorce
Determining how to divide marital debt is one of the most pressing concerns for divorcing spouses, in Florida and across the nation. One aspect of property division that many people are unprepared for involves inherited wealth. Without the proper protections in place, an inheritance can be subject to division between spouses during a divorce. There are...
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Charlie Sheen’s Debt Load Attributed to Child Support Payment
Many in Florida might have the mistaken belief that the lives of the rich and famous are high-spirited and free from financial stress. This is not always the case. Many stars, apparently including Charlie Sheen, face significant financial obligations. In the case of Sheen, the problem appears to be child support. Sheen’s financial worth is...
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Take Custody of Your Kids and Your Future During A Divorce
Heading to court to slug out a divorce settlement is not the romantic future you had in mind when you got married. Unfortunately, divorce is a common end to many marriages in Florida. While many aspects of a divorce can become emotional, fighting for custody of the children tops them all. If you and your...
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