Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can An Introvert/Extrovert Relationship Work?
You’re quiet but your spouse talks constantly. You like to stay home but your wife is the social butterfly. Can relationships like this work? As the saying goes, opposites attract. Introverts and extroverts get together and marry each other all the time. But that doesn’t mean their unions will last. They are essentially two… Read More »
Hiding Cryptocurrency In A Divorce
In a divorce, marital assets are split equitably under Florida law. However, some spouses don’t want to split their assets. They may have a significant amount of money in a retirement account or in stocks or bonds and don’t want to give half of it to their spouse. This is increasingly common when it… Read More »
How Divorce Can Affect Your Credit Score
You may have heard that divorce can affect your credit score, but how? Do the credit bureaus hear you’re getting a divorce and automatically ding you? Not exactly. Your marital status is not listed on your credit report, so a divorce does not automatically lower your credit score. However, the actions involved in a… Read More »
How Divorce Impacts Your Work
Getting a divorce is a major life event. It’s something that affects virtually every aspect of life, including work. Dealing with a divorce in the workplace can be a complicated undertaking. Do you tell your boss? What about your co-workers? Many people have a hard time navigating a divorce while trying to focus on… Read More »
Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Cause Probate Disputes
Many people fail to plan for their eventual death. Then there are those who do engage in some sort of estate planning and think they are doing their loved ones a favor but instead only make matters worse. Messy estate planning happens often. Maybe the plan hasn’t been updated in more than a decade…. Read More »
Common Employment Law Issues
Going to work can be stressful, and not just because of rude customers and strict deadlines. Sometimes employers engage in illegal activities that can stress out workers, endanger them, and generally make their lives a living hell. When an employer breaks the law, they can not only face fines from regulating agencies, but they… Read More »
Tips For A Healthier Divorce
When you think of divorce, you probably think of a nasty battle between two people. Sometimes that’s how it goes, but it doesn’t have to be that way. It’s always a good idea to try to make things as amicable as possible, especially if you have children involved. Many spouses seek revenge on each… Read More »
How To Love Your Spouse More And Prevent Divorce
Many people file for divorce because they feel as though the love is gone from their marriage. To be fair, the butterflies that you felt when you first met your partner are not meant to last forever. Over time, those feelings fade as you and your partner get comfortable with each other. After a… Read More »
Getting An Uncontested Divorce In Florida
Let’s face it: if you have been through a divorce, you know it’s not easy. If you opt for an uncontested divorce, it’s still hard but at least you and your spouse are able to agree on the major elements of divorce. An uncontested divorce is certainly less contentious and allows you and your… Read More »
What To Ask Before Marriage To Prevent Divorce
One common cause of divorce is a lack of communication. Many couples are in a rush to get married, only to have no idea about their spouse’s goals, plans, or financial situation. This is a serious situation on so many levels. Marriage is not something that should be taken lightly. It’s a partnership that… Read More »