Establishing paternity early on is important for several reasons that benefit both the child and the parents. By addressing paternity early on, parents can create a solid foundation for their child’s upbringing and foster positive relationships within the family unit....
Protecting your retirement in a silver divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, especially for couples who are in their silver years. As you navigate the complexities of separating your lives, you should be sure to pay special attention to your retirement assets. There are some key strategies...
How divorced parents can adjust for the new school year
When the new school year rolls around, divorced parents face unique challenges as they strive to provide stable and supportive environments for their children. Navigating co-parenting during this time requires a shared commitment to the well-being of your kids. There...
The shocking statistics on gray divorces
Modern advances have led to substantial changes in the demographics of this country. A positive benefit has been a longer lifespan for many people and greater social and economic freedom. Those shifts have given rise to another trend: gray divorce. The following data...
Treatment of retirement assets during a divorce
Divorces have many complications, and they get more so as you age because you start accumulating assets. One of these asset classes is your retirement accounts and pensions. Unfortunately, Florida law divides retirement accounts and pensions based on equity during a...
Special considerations for silver divorce
Florida has one of the oldest populations in the United States on average, and this means that many silver divorces that occur in the state. A silver divorce refers to the separation of two people above the age of 50. These divorces are increasingly common as people...
Determining child custody during holidays
Regardless of the outcome of your divorce, one matter for you and your ex-spouse to iron out is child visitation. You might come up with a perfect schedule that works flawlessly every other day of the year, but it will be a source of conflict if you do not account for...
What happens to small business owners during a divorce?
Divorce disrupts the family, but for the small business owners, it also interrupts business operations. Couples facing divorce not only deal with custody or support issues but there are concerns with the division of assets. A small business is usually the primary...
Why the mother doesn’t always have the advantage in a custody case
There is a misconception that mothers always have the advantage in custody cases, perhaps due to the historical notion that women are often the primary caregivers in a marriage. However, this perceived advantage is not present in the modern court system. When...
How do you handle health insurance during a divorce?
You have a lot to sort out while navigating your divorce, including changes to your insurance plans. Which changes should you initiate with your health coverage provider? WebMD offers suggestions for protecting health care coverage while ending a marriage. Take steps...