Family Law Articles

Did you know that alcohol abuse is a widespread issue that impacts countless individuals? Shockingly, recent data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) shows that almost 15 million American adults are currently battling some form of alcohol abuse. And when it comes to dealing with a co-parent with a history of drug or alcohol abuse, the challenges can be even more daunting.

Divorce is typically a painful process full of stress, disappointment, and sadness. If one spouse's alcohol consumption is a contributing factor to the deterioration of the marriage, then an additional layer of complexity may affect decisions involving child custody, shared parenting responsibilities, and what is in the best interests of the children.

In the intricate and delicate realm of Family Law, professionals require reliable and accurate tools to make well-informed decisions that have a profound impact on their client’s lives. The Soberlink Compliance Team is devoted to ensuring the admissibility of the Soberlink system and its test results in court, providing Family Law professionals and clients with the information they need to navigate the legal process with confidence. With over 10 years of experience serving the Family Law industry, the Compliance Team is committed to upholding the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and service.

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) estimates that 7% of American adults have a problem with alcohol abuse. As the issue is believed to be systematically underreported, that means that at least 15 million adults have alcohol abuse issues nationwide. Many more are dealing with other substance abuse problems, including drug addiction.

Dr. Malissa Tigges, Licensed Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, discusses the psychology around what causes the March & August Divorce spikes, along with the various ways attorneys and other family law professionals can prepare to help their clients. When alcohol is involved, Dr. Tigges describes Soberlink as "one of the best defense tools on the market to prove their case."

Family Law attorneys and practitioners know all too well how often alcohol is an issue in child custody cases. This post will discuss the evolution of views on custody and alcohol abuse, how alcohol abuse issues arise in custody cases, when Soberlink alcohol monitoring may be warranted which can streamline litigation.

Divorce rates are exploding, and filings have steadily increased since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. More than a third of couples, most of whom have young children, contemplated divorce just three months into the pandemic. But as former spouses move into post-pandemic life and adapt to a new way of living, many are left with the lingering task of reassembling their severed family unit. Cultivating a respectful environment requires you to remain flexible, not for the sake of giving in, but because your kid's emotional well-being depends on it.

Most Family Law attorneys will encounter a child custody case involving alcohol. Whether representing the parent accused of alcohol abuse or the concerned party, there are vital questions attorneys should consider when developing their approach to these cases.

For most school-aged children, the back-to-school season is a time of new beginnings. It’s an opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones. However, for children of divorce, returning to school can also be a time when the effects of their broken family unit intensify.

The overriding priority of Family Court judges across the country is to provide for the best interest of the children. When one or both parents in a custody case are struggling with alcohol abuse, the child's wellbeing is at risk.According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), ten percent of American children live with a mother or father who abuses alcohol. More than 7.2 million children will experience the lifelong consequences of alcohol-related family dysfunction.