Though you feel a divorce is the best way forward for your family, it is never easy to tell your children that your marriage is over. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse should work out a thoughtful way to tell the kids that you plan to split up. Here are three tips on...
FORT MYERS LEGAL ISSUES BLOG
Can a prescription land you in jail?
Doctors prescribe medication for a myriad of ailments. However, some of these drugs have potent and addictive properties that make them illegal for you to have without a prescription. The law takes drug possession seriously, especially if the substances have a high...
What does a parenting plan do?
Fewer court actions become more volatile than divorce. When you add the emotional element of dividing time with children, the situation may cause a larger rift between spouses. A vital document in a divorce with children is the parenting plan. It acts as a guide on...
Can household items be drug paraphernalia?
As you probably know, the Sunshine State has some of the country's toughest drug laws. If a judge or jury finds you guilty of possessing or distributing a controlled substance, you may lose your freedom and pay a steep fine. You also are likely to have a criminal...
Assets a nonworking Florida spouse may obtain in a divorce
Property purchased while married divides by fairness under Florida’s equitable distribution statutes. When only one spouse worked, a nonworking spouse may request a fair portion of a couple’s marital assets. Fairness, however, may not always reflect an even division....
How do you tell your child about the split?
Going through a divorce is not only difficult on you and your spouse. It also affects your kids emotionally, mentally and on many other levels. As a parent, you want to reduce the impact and stress, but how can you? One of the best things you can do is start on a...
What constitutes domestic violence?
Being a victim of domestic violence can be terrifying. Many victims encounter less-than-ideal living situations in order to flee the violence while they get back on their feet emotionally and financially. While most physical intimate partner violence is obvious, there...
How can gray divorce impact you?
If you decide to divorce in your later years, you may have questions and concerns about what life will look like after the end of the process. While a lot of information about divorce focuses on younger people, you may wonder how it differs for you. Retirement...
Can a job interviewer inquire about drug convictions?
The prospect of getting a job and moving beyond your past drug convictions can feel empowering. Regardless of your history, adequately preparing for an interview can give you an upper hand. While a job interviewer can inquire about your past drug convictions, you also...
Underage drunk driving charges in Florida
If you recently started driving and you are under 21, it is essential to understand various traffic safety guidelines and make sure you avoid any behaviors that could jeopardize your driving privileges. Sometimes, young drivers lose their licenses as a result of drunk...
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