When a 15-year-old becomes a six-figure-a-month influencer, who gets to decide what happens next?

In this episode of Split Decisions, veteran family law attorneys Tim Miranda and Carlos Tavares argue both sides of a modern custody battle that’s becoming more common in today’s digital world.

The case:
A teenage girl has built a wildly successful social media brand. Her mother manages the account and believes her daughter is thriving — financially and creatively. Her father asks the court to intervene, citing safety concerns, sexualized comments, declining grades, and long-term risks.

At the center of the debate:
 • What does “best interest of the child” mean in the influencer era?
 • Can one parent shut down a minor’s online career?
 • Does financial success outweigh academic performance?
 • Where does protection end and control begin?

Part 1 focuses on custody, parental authority, and digital dignity.

Part 2 dives into the financial implications — including who controls the money behind a minor’s brand.

Every trial has two sides.
You be the judge.