Sarasota Family Law And Criminal Defense Law Blog
What are the penalties for speeding in Florida?
In Florida, a speeding ticket can result in expensive fines. You can also receive driving record points that put your license in jeopardy. Review the penalties for a speeding offense in Sarasota County before facing a court date for this type of ticket. Speeding...
Divorce, property division and the fate of your business
For many divorcing couples facing property division, the marital home represents the largest single asset. However, if you and your spouse are co-owners in a family business, the focal point shifts. What will become of this important asset as the result of your...
The majority of suspended licenses are not for unsafe driving
An individual might assume that drivers who had their licenses suspended lost their driving privileges due to unsafe roadway habits. This may not be the case. As noted by the advocacy group Fines and Fees Justice Center, the majority of Florida’s suspended...
Ending alimony due to cohabitation
Few may argue that family dynamics today differ from what they may have been in years past. One example of this is the attitude towards cohabitation. Per study information shared by the Pew Research Center, nearly 70% of American adults believe it OK to cohabitate...
Pursuing your dreams after your marriage ends
Sometimes people view divorce in a negative light, but it is helpful to think about the different opportunities that can arise if you are ending your marriage. Aside from mental relief and emotional freedom, many people are able to pursue new job opportunities to...
Losing contact with your children after a divorce
When a marriage ends, there are various challenges to address, but if you are unable to keep in touch with your kids this is an especially upsetting issue. Fortunately, many parents are able to restore contact with their children by taking a careful approach to their...
What are the teen driver laws in Florida?
Teen drivers must follow certain laws in Florida designed to reduce the number of fatal accidents among this age group. Parents can help their teens become safe drivers by enforcing these limits for new license-holders. Review the driving regulations that apply to...
Protecting 401K assets in a divorce
When divorcing, many people realize that their hard-earned retirement savings must be split just like other assets as part of their property division agreement. Spitting a 401K account during a divorce should be done with care so as to avoid paying excessive penalties...
Can I pay child support with my 401K funds?
When you and the parent of your children choose to get a divorce, one of you may end up being required to pay child support. If you are the parent who must make child support payments to your minor children, you may well wonder how you will be able to afford these...
Is not vaccinating medical neglect?
The movement that opposes childhood vaccinations has a rather large following. Most people take a stance firmly on one side of the issue, which creates a serious divide between anti-vaxxers and those who support vaccines. If you are in a custody fight for your...
