Recent Blog Posts
When Will My Child Support Obligation End?
One common question we hear regularly from divorcing parents is how long they can expect to continue paying child support. In most cases, the answer to this question is dependent on when a child reaches the age of 18 years old. However, a dedicated Clearwater child support modification lawyer can give you a better… Read More »
Do I Need A Domestic Violence Injunction?
While domestic violence can be either a civil or criminal matter in Florida, domestic violence injunctions fall squarely under the purview of the civil courts. This means that someone who has had a domestic violence injunction issued against them won’t necessarily have a criminal record based on that incident. Violating an injunction, however, can… Read More »
Asking The Court To Decrease Child Support
The obligation to financially support one’s child doesn’t end just because a couple separates or divorces. Instead, this obligation will become more formal, with a court ordering the non-custodial parent to pay child support to the other. Once established, these orders are legally binding, which means that the parties must comply or risk facing… Read More »
Requesting An Increase In Child Support
It is not uncommon for divorced parents to find themselves in a different financial situation a few years (or even less) after the finalization of their divorce. One of the parties, for instance, may lose his or her job, or need to start paying for the treatment of a medical condition. These kinds of… Read More »
The Benefits Of Co-Parenting For Children
Ending a marriage is always fraught with stress and emotion. Couples who share children, however, often face even more difficulties when it comes to divorce, as they are required to come up with a parenting plan and custody arrangement that is in their child’s best interests. In recent years, more and more families have… Read More »
Modifying A Protective Order In Florida
A protective order is a type of restraining order that is specifically designed to provide victims with protection from their abusers. There are actually four different kinds of protective orders that fall under this category, which address a variety of scenarios, including incidences of domestic, dating, repeat, and sexual violence. All four types of… Read More »
Domestic Violence And Protecting Yourself Online
Over the last ten years, technological advancements have made it easier than ever to stay in touch with each other. While this has a number of benefits, it can also be used as a means of stalking or controlling an individual. Many domestic violence victims, for instance, find themselves unable to extricate themselves from… Read More »
Gathering Evidence Of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence has become an increasingly prevalent issue in recent years. Fortunately, there are steps that victims can take to help protect themselves, including obtaining a restraining order. Knowing how to gather evidence properly is one of the most important factors in determining the success or failure of this endeavor. Some forms of domestic… Read More »
Changing A Visitation Schedule In Florida
With the new school year on the horizon, many parents are re-evaluating their current custody and visitation schedules. This is a relatively common occurrence, with a family’s circumstances understandably changing over time. This is especially true for children, who, as they get older, may become involved in different extracurricular activities or have a more… Read More »
What If I Violate My Own Restraining Order?
In Florida, violating the terms of a restraining order is a serious offense if committed by the defendant in the case. A violation of a court order can, however, also have consequences if committed by the petitioner, or person requesting the injunction, making it especially important for those who have been granted an injunction,… Read More »
