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by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Mar 3, 2017 | child custody
Parents sometimes worry when they share custody but find that the other parent wants to move. For some, there's a very real risk that the other parent could try to flee with the child or move away unexpectedly. There are laws in place to help if this happens. What is...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Feb 24, 2017 | family law
Protecting the rights of fathers is important, especially when it comes to giving a child up for adoption. It would not be fair for a mother to give up a child without informing the child's father. A Feb. 17 report discusses a case in which a father was unaware that...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Feb 14, 2017 | divorce
You want to get a divorce, but there's a looming question above your head: What do you do with all the debt that's been accrued? This is particularly important to discuss with your spouse and attorney, especially if that debt is one-sided. If you have jointly-held...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Feb 10, 2017 | family law
Alimony may be a point of contention in your divorce, or you may have decided as a couple that either you or your spouse deserves it. Alimony comes in many forms, so it's important to seek out and have awarded the correct type for your situation. Some types of alimony...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Feb 6, 2017 | family law
The judge's declaration that your divorce is finalized may come as a relief after months of dispute and negotiating, but there may still be aspects of your case that need periodic modification. One of those is your custody arrangement if you have children. This can...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jan 30, 2017 | divorce
Living in Florida can be a lot of fun; there's plenty of sun, surf and heat to go around. If you're looking to raise a family, then there are some negatives as well. A survey taken by Wallet Hub, a company that does personal finance studies, has indicated that Florida...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jan 26, 2017 | child custody
Imagine a law that takes away your right to raise your child before you ever get a chance to hold him. That's what this man is dealing with in Florida. The biological father of a child in Florida has reached out to the news after he claims that Florida laws are...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jan 19, 2017 | family law
In Florida, there are age requirements that you must meet if you want to get married. For example, the minimum legal age for any person to get married is 16. If you are 16 and want to get married, both you and your partner must have parental consent to do so. Parental...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jan 13, 2017 | family law
Raising a child together when you're not married comes with its own complications. For instance, you'll need to choose your child's last name and make sure both your names are on the birth certificate to become legal parents to your child. When you are unmarried,...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jan 9, 2017 | divorce
While most people are starting the new year with goals to lose weight, get a better job or eat healthier, those who are going through divorce may be simply trying to survive the stress of separation. This may not be the best time to make other big life changes in...
