When neither parent, for one reason or another, is able to care for and raise their child, custody is often turned over to a relative in Sarasota and elsewhere. Although this is often in the best interests of the child so they are able to stay with a family member, in...
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Law protects military parents’ rights while deployed
There are military personnel stationed in Sarasota and other cities throughout the U.S., many of whom have families. Like civilian families, military families can also face personal legal issues including divorce and custody issues. Military family law issues,...
Man claims state law allowed mother, others to kidnap daughter
Parents in Sarasota and other cities throughout the US typically have a legal right to make major decisions for their child, unless they have given up their parental rights or have had them revoked. One such right is to be involved in the decision of whether or not to...
Collecting ex-spouse’s Social Security benefits
Florida couples who are considering or fearing a divorce have a great many things to consider. Even the simplest situation can result in a complex divorce. Some of the most common areas of challenge include spousal support, property division, child custody and related...
Some divorce fees may be tax deductible
Any Florida couple that has weathered a divorce understands that the costs can be high. This is especially so for any high asset divorce or complicated divorce situation. The financial impact can be felt in many ways including the loss of personal assets as part of a...
A strong economy may not be good for marriage
As Florida residents watch and experience the nation’s economy rebound, there are frequently many benefits to be had. Reduced stress over financial worries, the ability to enjoy things that may have been eliminated during the recession and more can all be part of...
Divorce trends in the United States
Residents in the state of Florida understand the complexities involved in a divorce. Even the simplest of situations can result in a complex divorce process with divorce legal issues including visitation plans, spousal support, property division, child support,...
Virtual sex as a potential factor in child custody
Throughout the United States as well as in other countries, online gaming and related activities are highly popular. For many, these are simply games that are played for fun, often times by interacting with others in different locations. For other people, the...
Pope suggests same-sex couple may be good parents
For some people in Florida as well as throughout the United States, to adopt a child can be the only path to parenthood. Whether a stepparent adoption, domestic adoption, international adoption or other, the process can be complex and many factors can come into play...
Military women have higher divorce rate than men
A divorce is never an easy thing to experience. For people our nation’s armed forces, there can be many nuances that add to an already-difficult experience. Military divorce issues such as deployments, handling child custody during assignment transfers and more make a...


