Category Archives: Child Custody
How a History of Drug or Alcohol Abuse Could Affect a Custody Order
Divorce can be an emotionally charged journey, and when children are involved, the stakes are undeniably higher. Custody battles add another layer of complexity to an already challenging situation. One significant factor that can heavily influence custody decisions is a parent’s history of drug or alcohol abuse. Courts will not automatically deny custody to parents […]
Can You Modify a Parenting Plan After it Has Been Approved?
When a couple with minor children divorces in Florida, the parties must submit a parenting plan to the court. The plan contains detailed information on who has what decision-making authority over minor children and the child time-sharing/visitation schedules. Once the parenting plan is accepted and approved by the court, it becomes part of the divorce […]
