When parents get involved in a heated divorce, children can suffer unintentionally. Sometimes, the actions parents take can do some serious damage to a child's mental well-being. This is often the case when it comes to parental alienation. Children who suffer from...
Using boundaries to protect your well-being after divorce
After your divorce, establishing boundaries becomes more important than ever before. You may encounter people who pester you with questions about your relationship. You may feel some lingering obligation to your former partner. You may question your decision....
Divorce, custody and your ex moving overseas
If you are ending your marriage and your spouse holds dual citizenship and plans to move overseas, or they have already left the country, there are many legal issues you need to go over with respect to the divorce process. If you have kids, it is especially important...
Dealing with a car crash while you are getting divorced
If you are bringing your marriage to an end, there are many different issues you need to go over, whether you are losing sleep over financial concerns or you have a lot of anxiety due to a custody dispute. Unfortunately, some people have an especially difficult time...
Is mediation the best divorce option for the two of you?
In ending your marriage, you and your spouse may have some serious disagreements to resolve. You may think the logical approach to divorce is litigation and you will address your disagreements in court. However, you might consider mediation as an effective and less...
When a criminal charge leads to divorce
It happens more often than you might think: A single major event leads to the breakdown of a marriage. It happens with accidents, career changes and, sometimes, criminal convictions or charges. If you find yourself defending against a criminal charge and going...
How can you help your kid cope with divorce?
Florida parents like you may stress about your upcoming divorce for many reasons. Your child's reaction is likely one of them. No one can predict how their child will take news of a divorce. Different factors contribute to this wide range of reactions. But before all...
Getting a divorce during a health crisis
When someone is struggling with a debilitating health crisis, they often face many challenges in daily life. Often, even seemingly simple tasks, such as taking care of chores around the house or getting out of bed in the morning become difficult. For those who are...
Divorce may end in alimony under varying circumstances
In Florida, a divorce may end with the court offering an alimony award. While Florida is still an equitable distribution state, explains The Florida Bar, there are still instances where alimony or spousal support is available. Alimony is supposed to help one person...
How to account for all marital property in a divorce
Couples who file for divorce in Florida must negotiate a number of issues when creating a final divorce settlement. Whether you choose to customize the decree through mediation or leave the decision to a judge presiding over the case, you must disclose all marital...
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