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Questions to Ask Before Getting a Divorce
When we walk down the aisle and say “I do,” divorce is the last thing on our minds. However, the passage of time can lead to marital strife. People change. Some develop addictions or abuse their partners. Couples fight over money. Frustrated by their marriage, many seek love and affection elsewhere. Nearly half of… Read More »
How to Co-Parent Successfully
After a divorce has been finalized, the spouses go their separate ways. If there are no children, they get a clean break. The parties never have to see each other again. When children are involved, though, things are more complicated. Florida assumes shared child custody, unless there are extreme situations such as abuse or… Read More »
Florida Landlord Loses Lawsuit Based on Lease Language
Your English teacher in school may have taught you about the importance of proper grammar and language usage. This is true in the real world. When dealing with contracts, the language you include can make all the difference in how a case is handled. In many cases, it all comes down to proper wording…. Read More »
When a Beneficiary Dies Before Receiving an Inheritance
It’s not easy when a loved one dies. Not only are you dealing with the grief associated with the loss of your family member, but you are likely dealing with probate issues as well. This is especially true if one of your beneficiaries dies before they can receive an inheritance. Such a situation can… Read More »
Fierce Battle Over Alimony in Florida
A divorce involves numerous aspects, including property division, child support and child custody. However, nothing can make a divorce acrimonious quite like the mention of alimony. When a couple divorces, they likely want to be rid of each other as quickly as possible. However, paying someone monthly payments for many years keeps the ex-spouse… Read More »
Opt for a Healthy Divorce in 2020
Now that the holidays are over, you may be thinking about another big event: ending your marriage. Many couples put in their best effort to get through the holidays so they can file for divorce in the new year. In fact, January is considered the biggest month of the year for divorce, with filings… Read More »
Why You Shouldn’t Be Ashamed to Get Divorced
Decades ago, hardly anyone got divorced. When couples got married, they stayed married “‘til death do you part.” In good times and bad times, they stuck together. After all, divorce was considered shameful to a person. It was frowned upon and even against some religions. While divorce is more common nowadays—affecting 40-50% of marriages—it… Read More »
Divorce Statistics: Fact vs. Fiction
You may think you’re well aware of the divorce statistics. Half of all marriages end in divorce. Most divorces occur later in life. Children of divorce are more likely to divorce. While these statements may seem true, they’re actually not. Whether or not you’re married, you’re likely to hear many statistics about divorce and… Read More »
Pros and Cons of Mediation in Divorce
Sometimes marriages end for a variety of reasons. While nobody wants to go through the stress of a divorce, the good news is that there are options. Not every divorce has to go through the long, arduous court process. You don’t have to have a judge decide your fate. Many couples opt for mediation…. Read More »
Telling Your Spouse You Want a Divorce
Your marriage has been on the rocks for quite some time now. You have put so much effort into the relationship and you have expressed your desires, but things never change. You’re tired of crying over your failing marriage. You don’t want to subject the kids to any more arguments. It’s not fair to… Read More »