Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Are There Defenses To Credit Card Fraud?
Credit card fraud has started to make the news more and more often in recent years, including the story of the man that purchased a Rolex worth $14,000 with a fraudulent credit card. The man’s defense was that his grandfather gave him the card and told him to make the purchase, which is a… Read More »
How To Remain Patient During The Divorce Process
It is no secret that divorce is often a long process, and the COVID-19 pandemic has not helped. In March and April of 2020, when the pandemic first hit, divorce cases started to slow. People in Florida were under a shelter in place order, and the world was much more fearful of the virus… Read More »
What Happens If I Do Not Want A Divorce?
It is not uncommon for a spouse to start the divorce process when their partner does not want to end the marriage. One person may think there is a chance of resolving the couple’s differences, or they may not want to legally dissolve their marriage for other reasons. If your spouse has started divorce… Read More »
What Happens To The Rental Property In Divorce?
Married couples often have many ways of earning income for their household and one of these is investing in rental property. Whether it is an entire apartment building or just one unit that is used as an Airbnb, rental property can be a very lucrative investment. When a couple gets a divorce though, that… Read More »
What Is Florida’s Mental Health Court?
Many people accused of committing a criminal offense suffer from a mental illness or a combination of mental illnesses. In some cases, there is an established link between these types of illnesses and the criminal offense a person is accused of allegedly committing. When this is the case, the person charged with a crime… Read More »
What Questions Are Asked During A Divorce Deposition?
The divorce process in Florida has many elements and sometimes, a divorce deposition is one of them. A divorce deposition is sworn testimony that is recorded by a court reporter and that occurs within the office of the requesting attorney or the court reporter’s office. Divorce depositions are often intimidating, usually because a person… Read More »
How Can A Financial Advisor Help With Your High Net Worth Divorce?
Divorces that involve a high net worth of one or both spouses are extremely complex, particularly when it comes to property division. High net worth couples have many assets and liabilities, and they are not always as straightforward as they are in other divorce cases. Many high net worth divorce cases use a financial… Read More »
How Can An Arrest Affect Your Custody Rights?
A criminal record will affect your life in many different ways. You may not be able to find employment, you may have trouble finding housing, and your reputation may suffer, as well. While these are many of the consequences a person first thinks of when they are arrested, they may not consider other impacts… Read More »
What Mistakes Should I Avoid With My Premarital Agreement?
Premarital agreements are very popular today and when you have one, it can make the divorce process much simpler, if it ever becomes necessary. However, when you decide you need a premarital agreement, it is still important to do it right. If you make a mistake, the agreement may not be deemed enforceable by… Read More »
What Are Defenses to Retail Theft in Florida?
Retail theft, commonly known as shoplifting, is a very common criminal offense in Florida. For those convicted though, it also has serious consequences. Even when a person is charged with a misdemeanor, they face up to 60 days in jail. More serious offenses that are classified as a felony are punishable by up to… Read More »
