Monthly Archives: March 2019
The Benefit of Taking on Additional Marital Debt
When you are working out the areas of your divorce, one of the things you will have to decide on is who will be responsible for the marital debt. Both spouses may treat marital debt as a hot potato, trying to get rid of it by giving it to the other spouse as fast… Read More »
Does Adultery Matter in a Divorce Case?
Adultery is devastating to any relationship, including a marriage. The violation of trust can cause bitter feelings that can not only lead to divorce, but that infect the divorce process, making it hard for the parties to make rational decisions through feelings of anger, hurt, shame, and upset. But does adultery legally matter in… Read More »
Who Makes Medical Decisions for a Minor Child?
Your divorce case is over, whether by the hand of a judge making decisions for you, or by the consent of both parties, who have voluntarily and possibly amicably agreed to the terms of the divorce, including timesharing and parenting. The first time your child (or children) get sick post-divorce, you may be wondering… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court to Determine PIP Deductible Issue
The Florida Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could have a big difference in how much money that car accident victims get to keep from their settlement or verdict. The case involves the interpretation of personal injury protection (PIP) benefits. What is PIP? PIP insurance is insurance that is available to… Read More »
The Moral and Legal Ethics of Self-Driving Cars
News about self-driving cars is seemingly everywhere. As the technology evolves, not only are companies selling cars starting to make cars autonomous, but even shared ride services like Uber and Lyft are starting to look into how these cars can make life easier (or more profitable). But for every bit of news about a… Read More »
What is the Right of First Refusal in a Parenting Plan?
Let’s assume that you and your spouse are getting divorced, and you have already agreed on time sharing and even child support when it comes to your children. That’s great news; the less fighting there is, the better it is for your children. But many times when parties agree on the big picture, they… Read More »
Can a Minor Testify in a Custody Dispute?
When parents argue about child custody, one of the first things they usually do to try to prove that they should get the majority of time with the child is to request that the court ask the child what he or she wants. On the surface, this may seem logical–why not get the opinion… Read More »
What is a Common Law Marriage?
Common law marriages are often spoken about and even joked about, even though few people know what they are, or whether Florida even recognizes them. While issues relating to common law marriages are not common, it’s good to know what they are and how and when they could affect you. What is a Common… Read More »