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by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 31, 2018 | Child Custody
When you get a divorce, your only thought is doing what's best for your child. For most parents, determining visitation and custody is a must-do right off the bat. Before you can, you have to decide what's in the best interests of your child. Which situation will...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 26, 2018 | Family Law
For many people, the idea of alimony isn't one they take lightly. Alimony awards essentially mean that there is no way to truly be free from your ex-spouse until the spousal support terms have been met. For people receiving alimony, the money is important, but so is...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 25, 2018 | Firm News
Many, if not most, spouses who are divorcing would rather not live together. However, both may want to stay in the marital home, especially if there are children. If the tension gets so bad that you feel like you have no choice but to move out, protect yourself and...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 18, 2018 | Divorce
Divorces are emotionally charged, and it's normal for both parties to have periods of time when they cannot communicate well. However, it is in your best interests to do what you can to make this a peaceful separation if possible. If there is anger between you and...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 12, 2018 | Child Custody
Joint custody is often what judges want to see in a child custody arrangement. Unless there is a situation where abuse is possible, it's typically in the best interests of children to see both of their parents following the end of a marriage. Shared parenting through...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 6, 2018 | Family Law
If you recall a previous post about a man who was intimate with a woman who became pregnant, gave birth and then refused to allow him to see the child due to her marriage and legitimacy laws in Florida, you'll be happy to see that the laws have now changed. In the...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jun 29, 2018 | Divorce
After your divorce is final, there are few times when your now ex-spouse can take you back to court. The reality is that the majority of your problems have been settled, and in the eyes of the court, your situation is resolved. There are times, though, that you may be...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jun 27, 2018 | Firm News
Your kids recently returned to their mother’s house after a long visitation with you, during which you took them to a theme park and had other fun adventures. Your ex-wife was upset and accused you of being a “Disneyland dad.” What exactly is this term, and how can...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jun 21, 2018 | Family Law
As a parent who has to spend time away from your child, you may fear that he or she will change his or her attitude toward you. In many cases, those fears are unfounded. However, there are times when children do seem to change and act out against one parent....
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jun 15, 2018 | Child Custody
Any time two people divorce but have children, the children have to come first. In a divorce, nothing is as important as determining child custody. It's necessary to decide where the child or children will live, who will take care of the child and when and how to...
