Florida Legal Blog
What does Florida consider when awarding alimony?
When you and your Florida spouse split up, you may have valid concerns about supporting yourself without your one-time partner around to help. If you or your ex spent considerable time out of the workforce so that the other could continue schooling or build a career,...
Your Most Important Assets In A Divorce
There is a taboo surrounding divorce that causes people to avoid discussing it. That means that many people may be unaware of critical information regarding their own divorce. Specifically, you may not know what your most valuable assets going into a divorce are and...
Get ready in advance of an estate planning meeting
If you intend to invest the time and money necessary to create a comprehensive estate plan, you want to do an excellent job at protecting your loved ones and ensuring a lasting legacy after you die. You want to avoid challenges, taxes and other issues. Proper...
When can a tenant place their rent in an escrow account?
The relationship between a tenant and a landlord is, in some ways, simple and straightforward. The tenant pays an agreed-upon amount of rent to the landlord. In return, the landlord provides the tenant with the right to possess and live in a piece of real estate that...
How to co-parent your teenager through custody arrangements
Teenage years are exceptionally busy and emotionally taxing for parents and their evolving children. Flexibility and communication are crucial to uphold authority when accommodating custody arrangements. Especially when mom and dad are shuttling teens between dual...
5 common mistakes to avoid after a car crash
A motor vehicle crash can be a harrowing experience even if no one is injured, and damage to vehicles or other property is kept to a minimum. Many thoughts go through a person’s mind immediately after a crash, and even a small mistake can lead to potential...
Why you must deal with grief to move on after a divorce
A divorce can be a devastating experience. If you never thought you would end up here, you may find yourself going through a very difficult time once a Florida court finalizes your divorce. You may find yourself quite upset at times and even feeling very lost. These...
Is bail money returned when the case is over?
It is often emotionally and financially draining to go through an arrest and then pay bail to get out of jail. Depending on your finances, the charges against you and your criminal history in Florida, you may be able to pay your bail in full on your own. If you...
Everyone has a duty to care
All kinds of business establishments have the duty to care for their property to keep it safe for visitors. Through regular property maintenance and posting a warning sign for conditions that could potentially be dangerous, a retail establishment like a restaurant,...
How your estate can avoid probate
Probate is often a long and expensive process in the state of Florida, which is why most people who plan ahead to put their affairs in order make it a priority to avoid probate. Even if you have an extensive estate with a variety of assets, there are many options to...
