In complicated divorce cases, it's possible that a hearing date may need to be postponed for various reasons. Some of these include if a lawyer who has been recently retained to represent one party needs more time to prepare and get familiar with the case or if there...
Month: July 2015
What are some common mistakes to avoid in my divorce?
A divorce can fundamentally alter the lives of both spouses in several unexpected ways. A good example of this might be spouses who are not native residents of Florida and decide to return to their home states after their divorces. This can be especially problematic...
Preventing domestic violence from derailing your divorce
Domestic violence is destructive for spouses forced to endure it and it unnecessarily hinders the proper development of any children who may also be involved. Sadly, we previously wrote about how wide-ranging incidents of domestic violence are throughout the country....
What can happen if I don’t have a prenup?
Understanding what a prenup can do for you is important to deciding whether this option is a good choice for your situation. However, it is equally important to understand what may happen in your divorce if you do not have a prenup or the court sets it aside during...
Actress Hallie Berry seeking modification of child support order
On July 14, popular television and movie actress Hallie Berry was in court seeking to reduce her monthly child support payments to her ex-boyfriend. An attorney for the 48-year-old actress appeared with Berry in a Los Angeles County, California, courtroom to ask a...
Substance abuse and child custody
While many parents joke about their love of wine, substance abuse is a real problem that affects many. If you or your soon-to-be-ex has an issue with drugs or alcohol, it can have a significant impact on the outcome of any custody disputes or changes in visitation....
What are the reasons for a child support deviation?
While the determination of child support is often referred to as "just a formula," this isn't entirely true. While the state of Florida does have a worksheet that takes the parents' income and other factors and calculates the required amount of child support, there...
When divorce divides things with sentimental meanings
If you are currently contemplating divorce, you need to know that Florida is considered an "equitable distribution" state. This means that family court judges will attempt to oversee the division of property between divorcing spouses in a manner that is as fair as...
How does domestic violence impact children?
Domestic violence impacts everyone in and close to the situation, but children are the least equipped to understand and deal with domestic violence in a healthy way. Even if the children are not directly being abused, it can have a lifelong impact on their mental and...
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