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Could Your Marriage Be Resurrected? – Part 1 in Series
Divorce may be the harshest experience, and maybe the most expensive experience, you have ever been through. Before going down the path of the next series of articles about Getting a Divorce in Florida, the First question that requires absolute clarity is, “Are you absolutely certain?” Before you find a way to end your marriage, […]
How Can The Child Support Enforcement Division Help?
When the welfare of a child comes into play the parent who has received custody has an ally in the form of the Child Support Enforcement Division. Since the child was the product of the two members of the marital union, a portion of the financial responsibility for the needs of the child is still […]
What is a “Non-custodial” parent?
Even in the midst of the myriad legal definitions that surround a divorce, parental responsibility for the child’s welfare breaks down into two general categories: custodial parents and non-custodial parents. The custodial parent is the parent to whom the court granted custody and under whose roof the child is domiciled. The non-custodial parent is the […]
Child Support Application Process
So how do you go about applying for child support? That will depend to a large degree on whether or not you are currently enrolled in any public assistance programs, the most recognizable of which would be programs such as Medicaid or Food Stamps. If you are currently enrolled in those programs, then referral to […]
Child Support during “Stay At Home” Orders
The issue of paying child support has become even more critical during the shelter at home orders. Parents that can’t work, but have their kids at home need support more than ever. Parents that owe child support, are not going to be receiving their government incentives. The kids, who are always the most important part […]
Baby Boom, or Divorce Boom over Covid
We believe that with the huge economic impact of sheltering at home, and all the businesses closing there is likely going to be an increase in child support modifications, especially when one spouse was able to continue to draw a paycheck, and other couldn’t.
CoronaVirus: The Unforeseen “Side Effect”
As the Corona Virus spreads across the world we continue to hear about the fevers, difficulty breathing, and the cough associated with the illness. These symptoms may mean you likely have COVID-19, but it’s the unforeseen side effects that have been impacting people in ways they never imagined. Families are now being split up […]
First Responders, Their Families, and COVID-19
Our first line of defense, are the First Responders, Firefighters, doctors, nurses, paramedics, the PCT in the hospital, and so many more unsung everyday heroes. We are blessed to have a society with so many that are so dedicated. As the Corona Virus spreads across the world we continue to hear about the fevers, difficulty […]
Dress for the Occasion – Divorce Strategies
Though it should go without saying, dressing in a matter befitting court proceedings is a necessity. When in doubt it’s best to fall somewhere in the middle of the apparel spectrum: Don’t dress in a slovenly manner (no ripped jeans or T-shirts advertising your neighborhood bar), but you also can’t go too far towards the […]
Placing Value Wisely – Divorce Strategies
In the division of property during a divorce, it’s doubtful that you will get everything so be prepared to decide what things you’re willing to give up. Bear in mind that it’s not necessarily about only money. For example, you could decide to give up the collection of gold coins you had your eye on […]