When parents in Florida face a financial crisis or problems with their former partner, they may wonder if they can terminate their child support obligations. In some cases, people may want to take action when an ex-spouse prevents visitation or interferes with the...
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Divorce mistakes to avoid
One of the mistakes divorcing couples in Florida should avoid is ignoring the tax implications of the decisions they make during the settlement process. Certain assets may have a current value, but that value can change when those assets undergo tax treatment in the...
4 reasons you might need to modify the terms of your divorce
When the courts finalize your divorce, that means they set the official terms. However, there are many circumstances in which the courts will allow you to change the terms of your divorce. Generally speaking, asset division modifications are rare. You will typically...
Why parents pay child support
When a child's parents have divorced, the noncustodial parent will typically make support payments to the custodial parent. The goal is to ensure that the needs of Florida children are taken care of. Generally speaking, the amount of a child support payment is based...
Business owners may face difficult decisions during divorce
No two divorces are exactly alike, and each spouse faces unique challenges in order to reach a fair divorce settlement. For some couples with complex assets, divorce may affect many more people than themselves or their children, especially if one spouse is a business...
When wives become ill, marriages are more likely to fail
When Florida couples get married, they often vow to remain married through sickness and in health. However, studies have found that serious illness can increase the risk for divorce. Furthermore, studies have shown that women have an increased chance of divorce if...
How the super-rich split their fortunes after divorce
When Amazon founder Jeff Bezos announced that he was divorcing his wife of 25 years, the news appeared in many media outlets. Many Florida residents may be wondering what will happen to Bezos' massive fortune. Once the divorce is through, he may no longer be...
How a couple’s attractiveness could affect their future
When people in Florida get into the dating scene, physical attraction may be one significant factor bringing them together. According to surveys, people are likely to approach individuals they consider up to 25 percent more attractive than themselves on most online...
4 tips to help your children thrive after your divorce
Filing for divorce from your spouse can have a big impact on your children. It is imperative that you find ways to help them remain positive and see that they can still have a good life despite the monumental change. In order to help your children, you need to take a...
Parents’ role in teen driving citations
Parents typically laud their children's achievements and developmental milestones. But there is one rite of passage for teens that often gives parents' pause — their teens passing the driving test and getting a Florida driver's license. Driving is a privilege...