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The Impact Of Verbal Abuse On A Florida Divorce
While verbal abuse doesn’t leave physical scars or require trips to the hospital, it can have a profound impact on the emotional stability of an individual within a marriage. Examples of verbal abuse include belittling, humiliation, derogatory comments, yelling, manipulation, and intimidation. It can manifest in forms such as name-calling, constant criticism, and threats…. Read More »
Should I Shut Down My Social Media Accounts During My Family Law Case?
Family law attorneys like to control every variable when it comes to representing our clients. In cases where we have a client who is active on social media, we often caution our clients concerning what they should and should not post. In many cases, a client can post something or have a picture posted… Read More »
Can I Modify My Child Support Payments In Florida?
Yes, the Florida courts allow parents to modify their child support obligations. Generally speaking, child support obligations are determined by the income of both parents, the needs of the child, and how much time the child spends with each parent (the time-sharing agreement). When circumstances change, the parent is allowed to petition the court… Read More »
Allegations Of Alcohol And Drug Abuse In A Florida Divorce Case
Florida recently changed its rules regarding custody and time sharing arrangements. Parents are now allotted 50/50 time-sharing arrangements ordered by the courts. Florida also uses “the best interest of the child standard” to deviate from the default presumption when it is appropriate. If one parent is determined to be unfit, they may be awarded… Read More »
Am I Responsible For My Spouse’s Student Loan Debt If We Divorce?
To successfully answer this question, you have to understand the concept of the marital estate. The marital estate is what’s divided during a Florida divorce. The marital estate begins accruing property the moment you get married and ends when you file your divorce petition. If the student loans were accrued during the marriage, that… Read More »
How Does Military Divorce Differ From Civilian Divorce In Florida?
Are you or your spouse a member of the U.S. military? Are you seeking a divorce in Florida? If so, you need an attorney who specializes in military divorce. While civilian divorces can often be complicated, military divorces can be governed by state, federal, and even international laws that require a specialized knowledge of… Read More »
Husband Seeks To Eliminate Permanent Alimony Paid To Wife
In 2023, the Florida legislature did away with permanent alimony for spouses. No longer can you petition the court for permanent alimony. There are other forms of alimony available under the law, but they only last for a set period of time depending on the length of the marriage. In Florida, there is no… Read More »
Husband Found In Contempt For Failing To Pay Half Of Children’s College Tuition
Marriage settlement agreements can contain all kinds of provisions. In one case, Davis v. Davis, the marital settlement agreement appeared to contain a provision that required the husband to pay half of his children’s college tuition. When he failed, he was found in contempt of court. The husband appealed the ruling finding him in… Read More »
Mother Lies To Court About Child’s Paternity In Parker V. Parker
In the case of Parker v. Parker, husband and wife were married in 1996. About two years later, a child was born to the marriage. The couple filed for divorce in 2001. During the proceeding, the wife represented to the court as well as her husband that Richard Parker was the father of the… Read More »
How Is Durational Alimony Calculated In Florida?
Last year, Governor Ron DeSantis signed an alimony reform bill that ended permanent alimony in Florida. The bill also changed the way that durational alimony was calculated. Today, we’re operating on a different set of rules than we were in 2023. Florida still allows for alimony to be awarded in divorce cases, but it… Read More »
