Financial concerns can lead to divorce, but they can also prevent people from filing when they probably should. When you don't understand what divorce might mean for your finances, you may not feel comfortable with taking any permanent steps. Learning a bit about the...
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Will alimony play a role in your upcoming Florida divorce?
Financial matters are often divisive for those negotiating an upcoming divorce. You and your ex may have very different ideas about what would be fair when it comes to alimony or spousal maintenance. If you have stayed at home raising your children for years, you may...
Can you protect some of your property from division in a divorce?
The more property you share with your spouse and the higher your overall standard of living, the more you have to fight over when you divorce. Property division proceedings in Florida can often become heated, especially when people disagree about how to split their...
Why longer marriages lead to more complicated Florida divorces
Florida is where many people come to enjoy their golden years, and so it is also where many people pursue a gray divorce or silver splitter. Even if you lived elsewhere for years, your household may be subject to Florida divorce laws once you have lived in the state...
The challenges of asset division in a Florida divorce
Even if the divorce is the best solution for your futures, the couple will likely have to work through numerous negotiations on the path to independence. From spousal support to a parenting plan, the divorcing couple must engage in several discussions to reach an...
What must you include in a Florida parenting plan?
When you and your child’s other parent open a Florida time-sharing (custody) case, you are going to have to come up with something called a parenting plan. A parenting plan is a legal document that outlines what you and your child’s mother or father agree to when it...
How can a prenuptial agreement impact a high asset divorce?
While a prenuptial agreement has historically endured a largely negative reputation, couples in recent decades have increasingly seen the value of the document. This type of marital contract allows both individuals to clearly state which assets or debts they bring...
Looking at the prevalence of divorce
If you have uncertainty about ending your marriage because you worry about how people will react to the news, you should review the prevalence of divorce. A lot of couples decide to move on from their marriage, and you should not feel guilty if you want to leave a...
Who is responsible for slip and fall accidents?
Too often, people simply limp away from a slip-and-fall accident too ashamed of their own perceived clumsiness to consider who was actually at fault for the injury. While victims often blame themselves for not overcoming environmental hazards, the danger should not...
How custody affects who makes child-related decisions
Within child custody plans in Florida, the guidelines for parental decision-making are set in place. Not only does the parenting plan address each parent’s daily responsibilities and the time-sharing agreement, but also their decision-making responsibilities. If...