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Arson Charges Follow Couple’s Heated Divorce
As a Florida marriage is coming to an end, it is not uncommon for one or both spouses to become incredibly angry. Negotiations can be difficult, and couples who share children often cannot see eye-to-eye how to divide parenting time. In some cases, spouses lash out from places of anger rather than reason. When those...
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Preparing For A New School Year After Divorce
Summer is almost over, and for many Florida parents, this year’s back-to-school routine will be a bit different from those of the past. For parents who have gone through a divorce, the well-being of their children is a top priority. For many, ensuring the well-being of their children means making the transitions into new school...
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Inventory Assets Early On In The Divorce Process
One of the primary focal points at the end of a marriage is the division of marital assets. In fact, except for issues of child custody, property division is the center of most divorce cases. One of the most important ways to achieve a successful division of property is, to begin with, a firm understanding of...
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Insurance Coverage Is An Important Divorce Topic
When making the transition from married to single, many Florida residents fail to include insurance coverage in their planning. For most people, however, their insurance coverage is bundled with that of their spouse. When a divorce takes place, each party will have to find his or her own coverage, which can be an unexpected expense. It takes...
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After Divorce, Judge Limits Daughter’s Golf Prospects
Many Florida parents support and encourage their children to pursue their passion, whether that pursuit is music, academics, sports, or art. In some rare cases, a child will display a particularly high aptitude for their chosen pursuit, and there is a chance that he or she will develop into a prodigy in that field. Such...
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Paternity An Issue In Reversed Adoption Case
When adoption is challenged in court, the outcome is usually heartbreaking for one side of the dispute. In a recent case, a man took his case to the highest level in his state of residence and was successful in having his daughter’s adoption overturned. In an unusual twist, the man was able to win, despite...
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Paternity As It Relates To Custody Rights in Florida
In matters of child custody or child support in Florida, it is often necessary for a father to establish his rights in order to validate his legal presence in a child’s life. Interestingly, paternity does not always refer to a biological father. It merely means that a person is legally establishing a parent/child relationship. Once...
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Legal Challenges Often Arise After Divorce in Florida
When two people choose to dissolve a marriage, legal challenges often continue after a settlement has been reached. Often, disagreements arise after divorce regarding child custody or other issues related to a former couple’s children. Anyone entering negotiations regarding such matters in Florida is advised to present as positive an impression as possible to the court. In...
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Florida Governor Speaks Out About Family Law Issues
Raising a family in today’s world is obviously not without its challenges. Many children are forced to adapt to new lifestyles after their parent’s divorce, often causing a variety of personal complications. In a recent move that surprised many, the governor of Florida spoke out about family law issues after vetoing a bill that had...
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Family Law Issues Often Continue After Divorce
In Florida and throughout the nation, many married couples who divorce continue to face legal challenges afterward regarding the future care and upbringing of their children. Some situations become increasingly complicated and stressful, especially with regard to scheduled meetings for supervised visits or dropping children off to go with their non-custodial parents. A new program...
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