Category Archives: Family Law
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted marriages and divorces in Florida, and not in a good way
It’s something most people have heard about since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, divorce rates have been increasing and there’s no sign of that changing anytime soon. Families have been forced to adjust to a very different lifestyle amid a long-term locked down, a period of serious health concern, and general uncertainty in… Read More »
Osceola County Judge unites two new forever families, partners with Embrace Families
National Adoption Day takes place every November, and this year ceremonies looked a bit different, with limited face-to-face interactions and virtual meetings due to the coronavirus pandemic – but the tradition of uniting families across the country the week before Thanksgiving remained the same. In Osceola County, Judge Laura Shaffer met two families and… Read More »
Children with Special Needs and Divorce
Parents of children with special needs have all the responsibilities which come with being a parent and those required to meet their child’s unique requirements. Often caring for their children needs means being a diligent advocate for their medical care, education, and therapeutic services. When families in this situation are faced with divorce, there… Read More »
Child Support and Your Child’s Mental Health Condition
A parent of a child with a mental health condition has the dual responsibilities of caring for their child’s daily needs and making sure they get the specialized care they require. When parents in this situation divorce or are no longer together, future support will be an important issue. Child Support in Florida Florida… Read More »
The Stages of Your Florida Divorce
When going through a divorce, there can be a lot of tension, uncertainty, and confusion. One way to reduce stress during this already complicated process is to understand more about what to anticipate. Here are some of the stages which you can expect during your Florida divorce: Serving or Being Served with the Petition… Read More »
Digital Assets and Your Divorce
In a Florida divorce, the law focuses on making sure the couple’s marital property is divided fairly. While some marital assets are easy to value and allocate such as a car or bank account, others such as electronic assets can be more difficult. Here are some considerations regarding dividing digital assets during your divorce… Read More »
What to do to Protect Your Kids When You Suspect Your Ex has an Addiction
When you share time with your kids with their other parent, you can’t always know everything that happens when they are away. However, when there are signs which indicate that the other parent has an addiction, you need to take action immediate action to ensure that your children are safe. Signs of Addiction Your… Read More »
Parental Alienation and Your Child
In an ideal world, parents would be able to work together after divorce to raise their children and support each other’s relationship. Sadly, sometimes divorce can bring out the worst in parents causing them to make bad choices when it comes to what they say to and around their kids. Over time, a parent’s… Read More »
Starting Over after Divorce
Divorce can be one of the most emotionally and financially devastating experiences a person can have. After the process is complete, the newly divorced person is left to recover from the pain of losing their marriage and rebuild their lives. While staring over after divorce may seem daunting, there are steps you can take… Read More »
Divorce Issues When Your Spouse is Violent
In many cases, when one partner is physically abusive towards the other, this brutal conduct will be the reason the marriage ends in divorce. When the couple begins a divorce, this history of violence can have critical implications for both sides. Here are some considerations about divorce issues when your spouse is violent. Safety… Read More »
