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Is Self-Defense Legal in Florida?
Not everyone accused of committing a violent act in Florida is guilty. Self-defense is an affirmative defense, meaning that the accused acknowledges that they engaged in violent and unlawful behavior, but that they also had good reason to do so. Under Florida law, a person may use non-deadly force or deadly force in self-defense,… Read More »
What are Myths Surrounding Mediation During Divorce?
When a couple is considering divorce, it does not mean that they have to become involved in a long and bitter courtroom battle. Many divorces in Florida today go through mediation instead of litigation. Mediation is a much more amicable way to get divorced and can provide the couple with more control. Instead of… Read More »
What Things Not to Do During Your Florida Divorce?
There is little chance that any divorce will be easy or proceed smoothly for either of the parties involved. Emotions typically run high and tempers often become short. Even worse, poor decisions are sometimes made that only leads to regret after the divorce is finalized. To ensure that you don’t have any regrets following… Read More »
What are Some Divorce Tips for Stay-at-Home Parents?
Any divorce brings with it immense changes for everyone involved. Not only will your spouse no longer be in your life, but if there are children you will also face not spending as much time with them as you did during the marriage. However, for stay-at-home parents, it can be even more difficult and… Read More »
What are defenses for DUI Charges in Florida?
Facing DUI charges is very scary. You’re likely imagining the worst case scenario, where you are convicted and perhaps even sentenced to time in jail. However, a DUI charge is very different than a DUI conviction, and not everyone charged is found guilty of a crime. There are several defenses available in DUI cases… Read More »
How Long does Divorce Take in Florida?
When a couple is going through a divorce, they typically want it finalized as quickly as possible. Florida divorce attorneys are regularly asked how long the divorce process takes. Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer. Every case is unique and presents different challenges and situations. How long a divorce will take depends on many… Read More »
What is Criminal Return Fraud?
When most people think of retail theft, they first think of shoplifting. However, there is another offense that has become more common recently. That is return fraud. This type of fraud has been around ever since there were retail stores. Now that the Internet has entirely changed the way people shop though, it’s becoming… Read More »
Why are High Net Worth Divorces so Complicated?
Any couple going through a divorce is going to find the process stressful, and perhaps even a little bit complicated. When the couple getting the divorce has a high net worth, it’s even more challenging. Issues such as property division, child support, and alimony all revolve around worth and assets. This means that during… Read More »
What to Know About Emergency Child Custody Orders?
Florida, like all states, have laws that protect children from dangerous situations. These situations are unfortunately many. A parent could kidnap a child, or abuse or neglect their child. Sometimes, both parents are deemed incapacitated or they may both suddenly pass away. In any of these unfortunate situations, and more, an adult may petition… Read More »
How Does Domestic Violence Affect a Divorce?
Sadly, there are thousands of reported incidences of domestic violence every year in Tampa Bay. This can either be a civil domestic violence or a criminal domestic violence matter. This sometimes leads to divorce, which can have a significant effect on a divorce settlement. During divorce proceedings, a judge will take allegations of domestic… Read More »
