Many years ago, a large number of families were similar to one another. Today, families can be made up of many different components and may look very different from one another. In today’s society, it is not uncommon for children from a parent’s first marriage to be in a situation where they live with that parent and his or her …
The Role of Mental Health in Child Custody in Florida
Divorce is a stressful process. People facing divorce must cope with the fact that a marriage that they have invested a great deal of time and energy in is coming to an end. This can take a toll on a person’s emotions, and many times people experiencing divorce may need the help of a licensed medical professional to help them …
Co-Parenting Tips for Families
The divorce process is always difficult for everyone involved, and it can be even more difficult when there are children involved. The process can be time-consuming, confusing, and emotionally draining. However, once a divorce is finalized, new questions and problems can arise. Divorced couples need time to adjust to the new dynamics of their life. When children are involved, they …
Child Preference in Custody Issues
In most cases, divorces that involve children can be much more difficult for everyone involved. Parents are dealing with their own emotions and the stress of the divorce process, and must also take into account how the divorce process is affecting their children. It is also extremely important to take into consideration how the terms of a finalized divorce will …
Proposed Law Aims to Split Custody Between Parents
Florida courts, like many – if not all – other states, make decisions about child custody based on the best interests of the child. However, Florida does recognize the presumption that a child’s best interests are served when the child maintains a relationship with both parents. A new piece of proposed legislation could change the way custody is handled in …
What Custody Option is Best?
The divorce process can be extremely stressful and difficult for a husband and wife. It is a sensitive and personal process that is unique to each party involved. It can often be more stressful and difficult when children are involved, especially when both parents try to take into consideration the best interests of the children, as they should rightfully do. …
Temporary Custody Options in Florida
It is widely recognized that, when it comes to family law matters, legal parents of a child are the only individuals who have the right to make decisions for and raise the child. In fact, a court will generally not recognize the rights of third parties, such as grandparents or stepparents, if they have not already adopted the child. While …
Advancement of Child Custody Reform in Florida
Family law matters can contain a number of emotional and complex topics. Whether it is the division of property or determining spousal support, there are matters that can change people’s lives. Perhaps no issue, however, has more impact on the lives of parties to a divorce than that of child custody. While some people might be okay with losing the …
What are the Different Types of Custody Arrangements?
It is no secret that divorce can be a complex and stressful process. Relationships involving children can come with their own unique situations, however. While most people typically think of child custody matters as a portion of divorce proceedings, custody proceedings are a completely separate matter. In fact, the focus of the court is primarily on the child and the …
Pet Custody and Care in Divorce
It is no surprise that many pet owners love their animal friends. According to statistics gathered by the American Pet Products Association, it is estimated that Americans will spend around $60.59 billion on their pets in 2015 alone. In many cases, pet owners may even consider their pets to be family members on par with children. What happens, then, when …