Most people enter into marriages, believing that they truly enter into a relationship that will last until death, or at the very least, until they decide to end it on their own terms. There are times, however, when a marriage might not be valid due to underlying circumstances. In these situations, the marriage will either be declared “void” or “voidable,” …
The Intersection of Child Custody and Taxes
Just as with any other matter in life, a divorce can have many far-reaching consequences that parties might not have considered beforehand. One such example includes that of taxes. Not only is a party’s available tax options limited after a divorce, there are certain options that no longer become available to a spouse, especially if there are children involved. While …
Proposed Changes to Alimony in Florida
While alimony payments can be a sensitive subject for some people, there is no denying that it has a big effect on divorces. Because alimony is regulated by state law, the requirements and effects of alimony can vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Recently, there was an attempt to reform alimony in Florida to change the law concerning alimony, under House …
2015 Florida Alimony Bill Fails To Pass
There will not be an alimony reform this year. The House passed an alimony reform bill but the Senate did not pass any alimony bill this year. Legislative update: Alimony reform to be back next year, this process will not stop until alimony reform is accomplished. 50/50 timesharing as the best interest of the child is still a …
Risks of Online Document Preparation for your Divorce
In this modern age of information, it is possible to find tutorials or advice on how to do practically anything you want to do. From auto repair to food preparation, there is an abundance of services available that help you do whatever you want to do. There are even websites or services that assist you in legal matters, usually by …
Can Use of Corporal Punishment Affect Child Custody in Florida?
A majority of adults can remember a time when corporal punishment was a fairly common thing. Whether it was a rapping on the knuckles, or a full on paddling, forms of acceptable discipline for children has changed over the years. Even school systems have shown this trend against corporal punishment. Nowadays, only a minority of states, Florida included, allow corporal …
The Marital Home Before Divorce
Most people are familiar with the concept of property division in divorce. Once the judge has made a ruling, both parties will generally get a division of the marital property, which includes the marital home. In most cases, one party gains the marital home through the divorce, while the other must find a new place to live. However, divorce can …
Unique Issues When Partners Live in Different States
While it’s not uncommon for people to move for work or family reasons, there are times when it may be necessary for spouses who are still married to live apart. While they are still married, and still carry the same responsibilities of marriage, it is important to remember that the law is broad and each state carries with it its …
What are “Hidden Assets” and What Can be Done about Them?
Divorce can carry with it a lot of issues that range from financial to emotional. Whether it’s deciding what property goes with which spouse, or dividing up business assets, there can be many considerations that make a divorce a stressful and complex process. There are times, however, when a spouse makes things harder than they have to be by refusing …
The Upcoming Same-Sex Marriage Cases
What is on the Line and How May it Affect Florida Residents From abortion to gun rights, every big legal issue has its proponents and opponents. The issue of same-sex marriages is no different. Ever since the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in 2013, states have begun changing their stance on same-sex marriage. In fact, …