Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Florida Businesses Dealing With Payment Disputes
In the world of business, not all sales are final. Payment issues are common. A retailer may sell an item of clothing, only to have the customer return it the next day because it’s not the right size. Or maybe a customer bought a computer, only to find out that it didn’t work. Returns… Read More »
Ways to Avoid Probate
When a loved one passes away, there’s a lot to deal with. Not only are you grieving your loss, but now you may be dealing with the person’s estate. Unless your loved one had a solid estate plan in place, you may be dealing with probate litigation. You may have heard of probate or… Read More »
Avoiding Divorce During Turbulent Times
Divorce lawyers are gearing up for increases in divorces as couples unsuccessfully navigate the quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Turmoil in the world has been known to cause an increase in marital strife. With so many pressures caused by the coronavirus, vulnerable marriages are falling apart. Dealing with job loss, working from home,… Read More »
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce
Nobody wants to get a divorce, but sometimes it’s the only option. Both parties have tried, but the marriage cannot be saved. In some cases, both spouses agree to divorce. They may even come to an agreement on all the key elements, such as child custody, asset and debt division and alimony. In most… Read More »
Is Laziness a Reason for Divorce?
When you think of the reasons why married couples divorce, the first things that come to mind are probably infidelity, financial issues and dishonesty. While these are common reasons, one of the biggest ones is actually laziness. This is true in that many marriages, people don’t want to put in the required work. They… Read More »
Laws That Keep Divorcing Parents Off Social Media Are Unconstitutional
Many people feel the need to air their dirty laundry online for all their Facebook friends to see. This is especially true in the midst of a divorce. They keep a running commentary of all the juicy details on social media. They badmouth their exes, even when children are involved. They spread lies and… Read More »
University of Florida Students Sue for Breach of Contract
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused Americans to change their way of life. Many have lost their jobs. Businesses have shut down. Students cannot attend school in person. While the pandemic was unexpected and has forced businesses to make necessary changes, many are refusing to refund customers for money they spent on things that didn’t… Read More »
Dealing With Commercial Real Estate Issues During Pandemic
Owning a business is frustrating for entrepreneurs right now. Due to the coronavirus crisis, many businesses have had to shut down due to shelter in place orders. Due to the lost revenues, they don’t have the money to pay for continual expenses, such as rent. Inability to pay rent has been a major landlord/tenant… Read More »
Dealing With Debt After Divorce
Not every couple who walks down the aisle ends up living happily ever after. Statistics show that around 40% of marriages end in divorce. Divorce is never easy, even when the split is amicable. There are many legal aspects to decide on in a divorce, such as property division and child custody. What many… Read More »
Hiding Money in a Divorce: What You Need to Know
Nobody goes into marriage expecting to divorce, but unfortunately, it does happen in many marriages. And when a person does decide to divorce, they can make it really messy very quickly. Divorce often brings out the worst in a person. It is an expensive and emotional process that causes some people to engage in… Read More »