Divorce is a difficult process for all involved, including not only the spouses themselves but also their children. Many tough issues come up during and after the process, including child custody and spousal support. Property division doesn’t necessarily have to be...
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How long do I need to pay child support?
If you are going through a divorce and you and your spouse have a child together, you have a responsibility to financially support your child. If you are not living with your child and not paying child support (no matter what the reason is), the outcome will not be...
Child support debt is growing for low-income families
Whether divorced parents share custody of their children or one parent has primary custody, generally all parents provide love, care and support for their children. However, that is certainly not always the way it ends up. Parents in Florida and in the rest of the...
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
It is no secret that car accidents happen every day and can result in debilitating and lifelong injuries for victims. Indeed, these injuries can turn life upside-down for the victims' whole families. It is helpful for victims of car accidents to know that a personal...
A reminder of DUI laws before New Years
Now that we are firmly in the holiday season, and with New Years quickly approaching, it is a good time to remember that drinking and driving is a crime in our state. After all, driving is a privilege granted that can be taken away or suspended, if one is convicted of...
Understand distractions to avoid distracted drivers
Driving is something that most Floridians must do regularly. Whether they drive to work, school, or out for errands, many adults have drivers’ licenses and vehicles with which to get from one place to another. When a driver gets into their vehicle, they must prepare...
Alimony factors in Florida
When a couple decides to divorce, the lower wage-earning spouse may be concerned about how he or she will be financially supported. In Florida, the court may order one spouse to pay the other spouse alimony. Before alimony, also sometimes called spousal support, can...
What are the potential penalties upon criminal conviction?
Being charged with a criminal offense can be scary. After all, there’s a lot at stake in these cases. Before you can determine what criminal defense strategy will best protect your interests, you need to understand the impact that a criminal conviction can have on...
Do I need a parenting plan and what should it include?
Parents going through a divorce want to help ensure their child makes it through to the other side as stress-free as possible and that their child continues to grow and thrive post-divorce. For this reason, when it comes to time-sharing in Florida (also referred to as...
Who gets the house after the divorce is final?
During a marriage, the couple often acquires a large number of assets. If the couple decides to divorce, they should divide those assets in a way that meets guidelines of fairness under Florida law. Some marital assets are more significant than others and who gets...