Category Archives: Family
Impact Of A Divorce On Your Personal Credit Score
You may hear a friend or family member discuss the impact of a divorce on their credit score. In reality, whether you are single, married, or divorced does not affect your credit report, but there can be indirect impacts of a divorce if joint accounts are not handled correctly during the divorce process. There… Read More »
Divorce Delay Tactics
A time of transition, divorce can bring about many feelings, and some individuals experience doubts and fears. There are times when one person wants the divorce to be finalized as soon as possible but the other person is not sure they want the marriage to end, so they make choices that delay the process…. Read More »
How Do I Know When It’s Time To Talk To A Divorce Attorney?
Often individuals who divorce have known the marriage was ending for a long period of time. Because of this, it is not always clear to one or both individuals when it is time to reach out and discuss their situation with a divorce attorney. Some choose to talk to a lawyer when a spouse… Read More »
Your Rights In Long-Term Relationships
According to a recent report by the United States Census Bureau, there has been a decrease in divorces. While that is good news, the report also found there have been fewer marriages. With these facts in mind, it supports what many people already see in their own families and social circles, many couples are… Read More »
Divorce And Florida Retirement Plans
In Florida, equitable distribution is part of the divorce process. This distribution will include all assets and property acquired over the course of a marriage, including pension plans and 401k accounts. But, it is important to note that equitably does not necessarily mean a split of 50% for each person. Reviewing the details of… Read More »
Should Phone And Video Calls Be Part Of My Florida Parenting Plan?
In order to smoothly share parental responsibilities, it can be helpful to have guidelines in place. For example, while it may be appropriate for a parent with primary custody to call or text a child from time to time when they are visiting their non-custodial parent, a lot of communication may be interpreted by… Read More »
Do I Have Visitation Rights After A Divorce As A Grandparent?
Grandparents naturally love and are fond of their grandchildren, often wanting to spend almost all of their time with them. Whether their involvement in their grandchild’s life is full-time or on holidays or from afar, grandparents are a crucial part of the family structure, playing significant roles in a child’s life. Some states provide… Read More »
Preparing For A Divorce As A Stay At Home Mother In Florida
Going through a divorce is often a traumatic experience. When a couple is married, the dissolution of a relationship equals more than just dashed hopes and dreams. Divorce means dividing assets, dealing with what might seem like an endless amount of legal matters, and lastly, setting custody where children are involved. Hard enough as… Read More »
Five Signs Your Partner May Be Abusive
Abuse in any form is a complicated and sensitive issue. Most abusive partners will not show any signs of abuse or mistreatment in the beginning, which is why many victims fall prey to their traps. Whether you’re a man or a woman, an abusive partner can draw a barrage of mental and physical pain… Read More »
Are You Looking to Adopt During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Ever since the early part of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the world, including the adoption sector. Despite the many difficulties, not everything has become worse. Let’s take a look at some facts about adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adoption During the COVID-19 Pandemic The pandemic has caused several delays as courts, social… Read More »
