Being in a domestic violence situation is very dangerous, but leaving the situation may be incredibly difficult. It is essential that if you find yourself in such a situation that you create a solid plan for leaving before you ever take the first step. This will help...
Fort Myers Legal Issues Blog
Why you should think twice about taking field sobriety tests
Spending time with family or friends at your favorite restaurant or other hang out may be the highlight of your day. You sit back, relax, eat some good food and may even have a couple of drinks. When you are ready to head home, you take a moment to make sure you feel...
What might older couples want to know about gray divorce?
There are numerous factors to consider before filing for divorce. You and your spouse have likely discussed the pros and cons of separating and maybe even spent time in marriage counseling. After doing your best to make the marriage work, you and your spouse may...
Divorce, property division and family businesses
Recently on this blog we discussed how marital homes can be dealt with during the divorce process. Dividing assets like the marital home can be challenging given the value and the emotions attached to them. Yet, an individual cannot let sadness or anger blur their...
Was your child charged with DUI under zero-tolerance laws?
As a parent, you undoubtedly want to see your child thrive and do well in life. Now that he or she has reached adulthood -- albeit young adulthood -- you likely hoped that you would receive outstanding reports regarding grades in college, learn about awards and new...
Dealing with a marital home during property division
There are many legalities that must be addressed during the divorce process. Child custody, child support and alimony often take a lot of attention, but the outcome of property division can be crucial to one's financial position post-divorce. Although Florida...
What property will you get to keep in your divorce?
One of the most common concerns people have when going through a divorce is what will happen to their personal property. It's frustrating to face the possibility that you could lose the things you worked hard for. You will find it beneficial to learn more about how...
Florida firm aggressively advocates child custody disputes
The outcome of a child custody dispute can have a profound impact on your relationship with your child and affect his or her emotional and physical safety. This is why before petitioning the court for any type of custody or visitation arrangement, you need to make...
Factors that could turn a DUI charge into an enhanced allegation
No one wants a legal situation to become more complicated than it has to be. Unfortunately, some people who face criminal charges could wind up in more complex predicaments because details about the situation that led to the arrest resulted in enhanced charges. In...
Drunk driving and Breathalyzer problems
Just about any criminal charge has the potential to significantly damage an individual's life. It can result in jail or prison time, fines and harm to one's reputation. One of the more common criminal offenses in the Fort Myers area is drunk driving. Some individuals...
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