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You may think of Social Security as something that only provides for you in retirement. However, if you die prematurely, Social Security can also function as a sort of life insurance policy for you loved ones. In fact, the benefits can be significant.

In today’s post, we examine the basics of the so-called survivor benefits under the Social Security program:

Florida readers may know that a divorce can be most difficult for the youngest members of the family. Children often bear the emotional brunt of this decision, and while this transition will be complex, it is still possible to make this time of transition easier for every member of the family. 

One of the ways that you can do this is by keeping your custody decisions out of the hands of the court. By opting not to litigate, you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse can work on a parenting plan that will allow your children to thrive, even long after your divorce is final. This option allows you to factor in considerations for needs and issues that may be unique to your family.

Divorce is difficult on every member of the family, and the children are no exception. Parents know that the decisions that they make regarding custody will have an impact on the lives of the youngest members of the family for years to come, and they should approach these issues thoughtfully and carefully.

Florida military families face the same issues that other families face during divorce, but the call of duty, potential deployments and other service-related issues compound and magnify the difficulty of child custody after divorce. If you are a military service member or are married to one and are facing the prospect of a divorce, you would be wise to secure experienced legal guidance as early as possible in the divorce process.

You've just about had it. Your marriage has been rocky for some time now, but the efforts at reconciliation are clearly not working, and you want to be done with it. Maybe your spouse has been unfaithful or unapproachable, and you simply can't deny your growing resentment. Maybe you and your spouse have been waging war for years, and you are ready for the last great battle: divorce court.

Before you strap on your combat gear and dig in your heels for a fight, consider the consequences of a highly contentious divorce. If the goal of your divorce is to remove yourself from a marriage full of conflict, it may serve you better to begin that process by removing the conflict from your divorce.