Many people believe biological parents share the same legal rights. This is not true for unmarried parents. Under Florida law, biology alone does not give a father full parental rights. A father must establish legal paternity before asking for custody or time-sharing...
Month: January 2026
Your legal BAC limit may not be 0.08%
If you are pulled over on suspicion of drinking and driving in Florida, officers may check your blood alcohol concentration with a breath test. Many drivers assume that the maximum legal BAC is 0.08 percent and that reaching or exceeding that level automatically leads...
3 practical benefits of a collaborative divorce in Florida
You've watched those divorce scenes on TV. The courtroom drama unfolds. Lawyers shout objections. Former spouses glare at each other across the aisle. You might think this is your only option when your marriage ends. Fortunately, Florida offers you a different path....
Can you get a DUI for sleeping off the alcohol in your car?
If you ever find yourself in a situation where you are too inebriated to drive but have no means of getting home, it might sound like a good idea to sleep off the effects of alcohol inside your car. While it may be safer than driving under the influence, authorities...
Can a parent change a child’s last name after divorce?
Many people (generally women) who took or added their spouse’s last name when they married take back their previous last name when they divorce. Some divorcing spouses (again, typically women) also want to change their children’s last names to match their own. If...
