This article is provided by Lauren Bennett and the Law Firm of Stephen Vertucci<\/a>.<\/p>\n Since most fathers are genuinely interested in their children\u2019s lives, going into court\u00a0ready\u00a0to prove your dedication to a potentially biased judge is essential. Knowing the facts about often misinterpreted child custody facts can better prepare you for an emotionally stressful trial, and result in a plan that is best for the entire family.<\/p>\n The common myth that the mother always gets full custody of the children is constantly disproved by courts and experts throughout the country. This idea came from the fact that long ago, mothers were typically the primary caretakers in the family, thus leading to a stronger relationship with the children and increased chances of being awarded custody if a divorce occurs.<\/p>\n In the modern age, many women work equally to the amount of the father and two-income households have become the norm \u2013 this evens the playing field for mothers and fathers in terms of how much time each parent gets to spend with the children. The Family Court is not permitted to use gender bias<\/a> when determining custody of a child.<\/p>\n The courts understand that life changes and that a child custody arrangement may need modification to keep up with it. At the forefront of the child custody process is the child\u2019s best interest \u2013 the court will always attempt to do what is best for the child.<\/p>\n When one or both parents request a child custody modification, the court does not take the process lightly. This process is notoriously emotional and stressful, which is why its suggested that a modification only be requested when it is clearly a better option than what was originally agreed upon.<\/p>\n Once a parent requests a modification, the court will consider changes in the child\u2019s schedule, geographic location changes of the parents or child, and environmental changes in the home the child is currently residing in that cause danger to the child\u2019s physical, mental, or emotional health.<\/p>\n Although many people think that child custody cases are resolved in court by a judge, only about 4% of cases<\/a> see the inside of a courtroom. Child custody cases are almost always solved outside of court by the parents or through a process known as mediation.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/divorceinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/father-daughter-beach-sea-38302-300x195.jpeg\")
<\/a>The dead-beat dad \u2013 we all know the stereotype \u2013 files for divorce, possibly because of infidelity on his part, then skips out on child support payments and weekly visitations with his children and eventually ceases any possible relationship with them. Why is this the such a stereotypical situation, when it\u2019s been proven that most fathers are loving, caring parents that want nothing more than to spend time with their children and see them thrive? A mixture of Hollywood and history have added to this stigma, but times are changing and a \u201cmen\u2019s rights\u201d movement is in full force \u2013 which plays in favor of loving fathers.<\/p>\n\n
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