Domestic violence is more common than many people realize. In fact, one study found that 20 people are subjected to some form of physical domestic abuse every minute. And while the harm caused to a victim by domestic violence can be extensive, it can be just as...
Coral Springs Divorce Law Blog
A primer on Florida alimony
Divorce can be both time-consuming and expensive. While the proceedings are pending, you may have trouble maintaining the standard of living to which you had become accustomed during your marriage, particularly if you are the lower-earning spouse. Receiving alimony –...
If your kids want to go to a new school, think carefully about the benefits
You and your ex-spouse support your children no matter what. But when you found out that they wanted to transfer to a different school, you found yourself wavering. Despite the fact that the school is good, moving them there would mean that they’d need to go live with...
A guide to understanding Florida divorce laws
In Florida, divorce cases are usually no fault-based. In such cases, one spouse does not prove their partner is at fault for the marriage failure. Frequent conflict, for example, is appropriate grounds for no-fault divorces. Below are some of the main criteria to...
How are student loans distributed in a divorce?
You may be surprised to learn that the average age at which a person gets a first divorce in the United States is 30. Considering that nearly 14% of this country’s population has student loan debt, it is easy to assume that many people going through a first divorce...
Understanding the types of alimony in a Florida divorce
In most divorces, the amount and duration of alimony depends upon the duration of the marriage. For marriages that are deemed to be “long term” (more than 17 years), the courts will grant permanent alimony. Permanent alimony is almost never granted where the marriage...
What to do if your former spouse violates a court order
You’ve worked hard to resolve your divorce, whether through settlement negotiations or litigation. But now your former spouse isn’t abiding by the court orders that are in place. Depending on which specific orders that are being violated, your finances or you’re your...
How is marital property divided in Florida?
During a marriage, couples in Florida share their lives together. They generally live in the same home, divide the familial responsibilities and other aspects of their lives. Each marriage is unique though and couples share these various aspects of their lives...
Is your child being harmed by parental substance abuse?
Your children are vulnerable, which is why your child custody arrangement could have a significant impact on their wellbeing. While important decisions pertaining to education, medical care, and religion are on the line, their everyday physical and mental health could...
Enforcing an order for child support in Florida
For most divorcing couples in Florida, the major battles end when the court enters the order and decree ending the marriage. The final order also sets terms for monthly payment of child support and alimony. What happens if the former spouse who is ordered to make...
