How Do Judges Determine Child Custody in South Carolina?
When parents get divorced or separated, one of the most important decisions they need to make is about child custody. Child custody refers to a parent’s legal right and responsibility to care for and make decisions for their child. If the parents can’t agree on custody, a judge must decide for them. The law provides […]
What to Do if Your Ex Wants Sole Custody of Your Kids?
A divorce can be an extremely emotional, contentious, and tedious process, especially when one or more children are involved. In some states (such as South Carolina), unfavorable divorce laws make obtaining a divorce within a reasonable time downright tricky. Many of these difficulties arise because of the many hoops spouses must jump through to finalize […]
Can My Ex Move Out of State With My Children?
Dealing with child custody matters after a separation is typically complex and emotional. It becomes even more difficult if one parent wants to move out of state with the children. The laws in most jurisdictions protect the best interests of children and uphold the rights of both parents. You must consider the legal factors that […]
Calculating Child Support in South Carolina
You can find out how much child support you have to pay in your divorce case by looking at overnight totals in South Carolina’s child support formula. Apart from income, the overnight totals where the child/children stay with you are an important factor in South Carolina child support calculations. You pay or receive child support based on your parenting time.
What Happens When a Child Custody Decision Must Be Appealed
Not all court decisions in a child custody case are what a parent had in mind. While some cases leave room for discussion, other decisions are rigid and go against what one of the parents wanted. When this happens, the parent may feel left out and want to appeal the court’s ruling. There are ways to do this. Let’s take a detailed look at what parents in this situation can do.
How Physical Custody of a Child Is Determined in South Carolina
The custody of a child can be privately determined by the parents. However, due to emotional setbacks when custody is being evaluated, the court may step in. Child custody is divided into physical and legal custody, and both components are important in terms of the final decision. The court takes many factors into account such as the ability to care for the child, the attitude of both parents and their eagerness to build a workable solution.
Child Custody
Under South Carolina child custody laws, judges may consider many factors when deciding custody cases. Absent abuse or other wrongdoing, courts believe that a child benefits from having both parents play an active role in the child’s life. Therefore, courts prefer that the parents work out a custody and visitation schedule that allows the child […]
Child Custody
South Carolina judges consider what is in the child’s best interest when parents cannot agree during a custody battle. It is best for the child when parties can co-parent successfully. Barring abuse or other adverse situations, children benefit from a close, continuing relationship with both parties. However, if parents cannot agree, judges make decisions related to custody in South Carolina.
Ian Taylor
Ian joined Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers to help South Carolinians and their families in cases involving catastrophic injuries and death. He also helped families and individuals protect their wealth and well-being when they needed a will or trust, powers of attorney, and estate planning. Much of his early litigation experience involved probate or estate […]
