When you and your former spouse divorce, one of you may have reason to pursue alimony from the other. Florida recognizes four different types of alimony: bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, durational and permanent alimony. The state references the same set of variables...
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How do parents modify child support arrangements in Florida?
Your income level and that of your child’s other parent may change over time, and so, too, might your child’s financial needs. When these circumstances arise, you may decide to seek a modification of your existing Florida child support order. You have the right to...
How the point system for traffic violations works in Florida
Most people have heard about getting points for driving violations, but many people do not completely understand the system. Many unusual or little-known legal issues pertain to how authorities hand out points to drivers. Some of these circumstances might seem...
The legal facts surrounding driver license suspensions
The majority of driver license suspensions in Florida occur due to unpaid fines and fees. The loss of the ability to drive represents a significant disadvantage for individuals who need to get to work, the grocery store and medical appointments. A better understanding...
Include the information courts require in a parenting plan
Parental responsibility and the parenting plan you develop will become a major focus in your divorce. The best interests of the child will always be top of mind for the court, so your parenting plan must include all the information the court requires. Rights and...
Why are teens at greater risk for reckless driving?
Teen drivers are more likely to die in a car wreck than almost any other age group. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 2,500 teenagers died in car accidents, making this issue the second-most common cause of death for young people this...
Florida driver charged with reckless driving, vehicular homicide
The Florida driver who killed James White’s father in a September car crash is now facing charges for reckless driving and vehicular homicide. The New York Post reported this week that Daniel Chamblin was reportedly traveling at 95 miles per hour when he collided with...
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...