Step-parent adoption paused during custody battle
An unusual case has sparked debate in Florida and elsewhere, as one state’s courts delve into the definition of what […]
Adoption
Child Custody
Proposed change to Florida child custody law sparks debate
Florida parents should be aware of a piece of proposed legislation that is soon to go before the state Senate.
Divorce
What is the number one predictor of divorce?
Many Florida spouses have lived for years with a partner who seems to have little regard for their feelings, opinions
Divorce
Is it possible to go through a divorce and not know about it?
A woman who has been married for 20 years was recently shocked to find out that her husband sought and
Divorce
Understanding how retirement savings are divided during divorce
Florida spouses who are preparing to divorce are usually concerned about how that process will impact their financial standing. In
Divorce
Tips for reducing the final cost of a divorce
Heading into a divorce can be a stressful time in the life of a Florida resident. Concerns about the cost of transitioning
Child Custody
Judge withdraws from controversial child custody case
Many Florida readers will recall media coverage of an unusual custody battle in which three children were placed in juvenile
Divorce
Why are Americans getting divorced?
Any close relationship between two people takes time to foster and sustain. This is especially true of relationships between spouses
Divorce
How to kickstart a divorce that is dragging on
As 2016 opens, many Florida spouses are stuck in divorce cases that seem to have no forward momentum. This can be frustrating
Divorce
Perhaps divorce does not have negative health effects
A great deal of social science is focused on interpersonal relationships, especially matters of marriage and divorce. Researchers in Florida and