Sarasota Family Law And Criminal Defense Law Blog
Florida drivers may soon get pulled over for texting
While we all understand texting behind the wheel is dangerous, too many drivers still do it. Until now, texting and driving has been a secondary offense in Florida, but that could soon change. A lesser offense The current law in Florida places texting and driving as a...
Prenups appeal to millennials
Decades ago, most young people who got married who were not independently wealthy from family assets and resources eschewed the idea of signing prenuptial agreements before their weddings. But in recent years, millennials have made an about-face and are signing...
Keeping a business safe during a divorce
A business owner in Florida who goes through a divorce might have to give an ex-spouse partial control of the enterprise. A divorce could even lead to the loss of the company. However, there are steps a person can take to reduce the likelihood that his or her business...
What motorcyclists need to know about Florida laws
Florida's mild winters have long lured people from less temperate climates down to enjoy sunny days in the beachside communities up and down both of Florida's beautiful coastlines. Our guests are welcome and a great boon to the thriving tourism industry, so we want to...
Can child support obligations be terminated?
When parents in Florida face a financial crisis or problems with their former partner, they may wonder if they can terminate their child support obligations. In some cases, people may want to take action when an ex-spouse prevents visitation or interferes with the...
Child support payments after disability
When a Florida parent experiences a disability, it can have a serious effect on their family, including a financial impact on child support payments. Support payments are generally calculated on the basis of a statewide formula that is based on a parent's income....
Divorce mistakes to avoid
One of the mistakes divorcing couples in Florida should avoid is ignoring the tax implications of the decisions they make during the settlement process. Certain assets may have a current value, but that value can change when those assets undergo tax treatment in the...
4 reasons you might need to modify the terms of your divorce
When the courts finalize your divorce, that means they set the official terms. However, there are many circumstances in which the courts will allow you to change the terms of your divorce. Generally speaking, asset division modifications are rare. You will typically...
Why parents pay child support
When a child's parents have divorced, the noncustodial parent will typically make support payments to the custodial parent. The goal is to ensure that the needs of Florida children are taken care of. Generally speaking, the amount of a child support payment is based...
Business owners may face difficult decisions during divorce
No two divorces are exactly alike, and each spouse faces unique challenges in order to reach a fair divorce settlement. For some couples with complex assets, divorce may affect many more people than themselves or their children, especially if one spouse is a business...
