Family Law Online Articles
Guardianship Law: Not Just For The Elderly
When you think of guardianship law you think of the elderly, however guardianship
law encompasses so much more. Guardianship law was created to take care
of any incapacitated person at any age. A person can become incapacitated
through repeated drug use, mental health issues, or from birth.
History In The Making: What Everyone (And We Mean Everyone) Should Know
About The Recent Supreme Court Rulings
The Constitution guarantees a right to same-sex marriage and Obamacare
is here to stay. The Supreme Court had quite a Term, and the last week
of June produced two tremendously important rulings. We all have our opinions
on universal healthcare and same-sex marriage, and the Constitution guarantees
that we are entitled to voice them, however these rulings must be understood
before supported or criticized...
Alimony Reform Fails in Florida Once Again
When the Florida House elected in May to end their session three days early,
they did so without addressing the contentious issue of alimony reform.
By doing so the legislature declined to join the growing number of states
across the nation that have recognized the need to address their antiquated
laws governing the disposition of alimony.
Domestic Partner registry in Orlando for Gay Couples
“The City of Orlando values its diversity.” Mayor Buddy Dyer
tips his hat to The City Beautiful, which took a leadership role by being
the first government in Central Florida to establish a Domestic Partnership
Registry. While it continues to be a long road to national recognition
of same-sex marriage, states across the country slowly gain ground by
allowing domestic partnerships to register with their local government
in order to receive some of the benefits usually reserved for married couples.
Love and the Law: The Realities of Prenuptial Agreements
It’s an all-too familiar story: It’s a week before the wedding.You’ve
been dreaming about this day for years and are overwhelmed with the last
minute details, when your soon-to-be spouse presents you with a document
entitled “Prenuptial Agreement”. Do you sign?