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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 »
How Can A Lawyer Help when Divorcing a Difficult Spouse?
Divorce is difficult enough when the two spouses try to work together to come to the best possible terms. However, when one spouse is extremely difficult to work with, the entire process becomes even more challenging. When your spouse refuses to work with you, it is easy to think that the divorce will inevitably… Read More »
How Can I Create a Parenting Plan that Works?
When going through a divorce, you will have to resolve many issues with your spouse. If you and your spouse have children together, one of the biggest issues will involve child custody. In many cases, it is best to agree on a parenting plan and keep the issue out of court, which is expensive… Read More »
What Should You Expect During a DUI Stop?
It is always scary to hear a siren from a police car and to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror. At this point, many people do not understand why they are being pulled over. Law enforcement officers are always looking for suspicious DUI drivers to protect that driver… Read More »
Is Mediation Mandatory in Florida Divorces?
Many people think that before a divorce case is finalized, they must first go through a bitter courtroom battle. Fortunately, this does not always have to be the case. It is possible to remain amicable with your spouse and resolve disputes pertaining to child custody, property division, and more. Mediation is a form of… Read More »
When are Couples in Florida Most Likely to Get Divorced?
For the past several years, Florida has had one of the highest divorce rates in the country. The divorce rate in Florida is 13.2 percent, which is the fourth-highest in the country. While there may be many reasons that lead to divorce, when are couples most likely to do it? As it turns out,… Read More »
What Things Should I Consider Before Signing a Premarital Agreement?
No one wants to think about divorce before they have even gotten married, but it is important to think about protecting your rights and your assets before tying the knot. Premarital agreements are not thought of as the romance killers they once were, and many more couples are realizing the benefits they provide. If… Read More »
What Are Some Common Divorce Myths?
Over time, many divorce myths have abounded in Florida. Some of these originate because a person has gotten a divorce in a different state and believe those same laws apply in Florida. In other cases, a person facing divorce may turn to friends and family for support. Even though these individuals may have never… Read More »
Did Divorces Really Spike During Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic started nearly one year ago and at that time, predictions were being made that it would cause a spike in divorce cases. People were being told to shelter in place at home and many were losing their jobs. Many experts believed that these factors would place an enormous amount of pressure… Read More »
