If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you may worry about what the future will hold. You may also have concerns about how your children will cope with the impending legal process and transition to separate parenting. In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control...
Fort Myers Legal Issues Blog
Should you sell the home before or after divorce?
Your home is likely the biggest marital asset you and your spouse own together. As such, it will likely pose the biggest challenge when it comes time to sell it, especially if an impending divorce is the event that triggers your decision. Of the many logistics of the...
What to know about drug courts
If you, or a loved one, are under arrest for a drug offense, you may be wondering what your options are. Previously, those facing drug-related charges could expect fines, jail time or both, depending on the severity of the offense. However, Florida has changed...
Tips for selling marital assets during a divorce
Going through a divorce is an ordeal that often impacts the finances of both parties. In some situations, the couple will attempt to settle marital debts by selling assets. While selling assets presents an easier solution than dividing them, there are some concerns to...
Child support and your passport
Whether you are preparing to move forward with a divorce, find yourself in the middle of ending your marriage or have already completed the process, it is critical to understand your rights and options if you have to pay child support or expect to owe payments....
What constitutes self-defense in a domestic violence case?
Charges for domestic violence can hold heavy penalties in Florida. If you and someone in your household pressed charges against you, you may not know where to turn. What if you never intended to fight? What if you just fought back? Unfortunately, assailants will...
How coparenting can provide stability in your child’s life
You cannot avoid the impact that divorce has on your family. Many kids go through a period of confusion, grief and anger. While you should expect your kids to have a negative reaction, you can also expect that your children can acclimate over time. Kids can adjust to...
What are the potential punishments for a DUI?
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious charge. There are a wide array of punishments you can face because this charge involves both criminal and administrative consequences. Your exact sentence will depend on whether this is your first charge, your...
3 FAQs about a drug charge in Florida
While the laws continue to change for marijuana possession, anyone without a medical marijuana card still faces potentially severe consequences. Those only increase for other types of drugs. The state has seen a downward trend in drug-related arrests. In 2020, the...
Florida’s child support payment options
If you are preparing to get a divorce and will owe child support in the near future or you currently have to make payments, it is crucial to understand the options you have. Going over different child support payment methods could simplify the process of paying...
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