Termination of Parental Rights for Egregious Conduct in the Orlando, Florida Area
In EK & RK v DCF, 56 FLW D1768b (Fla. 1st DCA 2020), the issue before the appellate court was: A trial court denies a petition for termination of a father’s parental rights (TPR) based solely on its determination that the evidence did not d...
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How Do the Expanded Laws Protect the Elderly and Vulnerable Adults?
There was an article in The Elder Law Advocate, Vol. XXVIII, No. 2. Spring 2021, Capitol Update by Brian Jogerst titled “Lawmakers consider legislation to protect elderly and vulnerable adults against a backdrop of budget reductions and safety ...
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Watch Out and Seek an Attorney’s Advice Before Signing Away Your Rights in a Prenuptial Agreement
What should you know about Prenuptial Agreements and the Waiver of Real Property Rights before you sign a Prenuptial Agreement? There was an interesting case in Florida Law Weekly regarding this point as it relates to Real Property, Homestead, and v...
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Dealing with a Family Member with a Mental Health Illness in the Orlando, Florida Area
Do you have a family member, loved one, or friend who has a mental illness? Are you at wits’ end trying to get them help? Are you concerned for their safety or the safety of others because of their mental health issue? Are you at a loss for what to d...
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Can the Judge See the Other Parent’s Screenshots of Social Media Posts and Text Messages in Your Orlando, Florida Marital and Family Law Case?
Your child’s other parent has sent you screenshots that show the verbal abuse and uncooperative behavior that they exhibit in your dealings with them. Can you introduce those screenshots of social media posts by the other parent into evidence as part...
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New Law to Help Protect the Elderly and Disabled Adults from Abuse in the Orlando, Florida Area
On July 1, 2021, Florida House Bill 1041 became law. This new law gives more protection to elderly and disabled adults in the state of Florida. For one, this new law adds offenses to the authority of the Office of the Statewide Prosecution. Under t...
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