Monthly Archives: July 2023
What Happens When a Spouse Dies During a Divorce?
Divorce is a common event, occurring in roughly 50% of marriages. What’s not as common is when one spouse dies during a divorce. A spouse may get into an accident or suffer a sudden illness and die unexpectedly. Then there are cases where a spouse has a terminal illness and the other spouse decides… Read More »
What Not to Say to Someone Getting Divorced
Chances are, you know someone who has gone through a divorce. Dealing with this situation can be difficult. What do you say? What do you do? You want to be supportive to your loved one, but the right words may escape you. You may be nervous about what to say. What you plan to… Read More »
Why Staying Together for the Kids May Not Be the Best Idea
All good parents think about how something will affect their kids. Divorce is no exception. Divorce is a major event that can affect everyone involved for a long time. It’s hard enough for the spouses to move on. What about the kids? Will a divorce cause them significant damage and harm them for life?… Read More »
Living Apart Together During a Divorce
Getting a divorce is a scary and difficult process. One of the biggest barriers to divorce is money. It costs a lot of money to divorce, especially if it is contested. On top of that, one or both parties will have to move out, so this creates extra expenses. However, if money is a… Read More »
Marriages Often the Subject of Probate Litigation
When a person dies without an estate plan, their estate goes into probate. Even if there is a will, the court will supervise the process of dividing up the deceased’s estate. Most matters handled by probate courts are uncontested. However, disputes can happen for a variety of reasons. There can be issues about the… Read More »
Homeowners’ Insurance Fraud in Florida
Homeowners are not technically required to have insurance on their homes in Florida. However, some lenders require insurance if the person is financing or refinancing their home. Plus, homeowners’ insurance acts as a safeguard in the event of damage to your home by a weather event, so with hurricanes and tropical storms common in… Read More »
Weird Reasons Why Couples Have Divorced
Why do couples get divorced? It varies. Sometimes there are financial issues or infidelity at play. One spouse may be lazy, refusing to work or do household chores. There are a whole bunch of elements at play in a marriage. Marriage takes a lot of work, and if both parties are not willing to… Read More »
Does Marriage Make You Happier?
Being married vs. being single: which is better? This will depend on who you ask. However, there have been multiple studies done showing that married people are happier than those who are single. But the million-dollar question is: why? What makes married people happier? Is it something that happens in the marriage that makes… Read More »