Many times, the changes that happen in your life have a domino effect on the lives of others.One example is a job offer that requires relocation but is too good to refuse. This, in turn, affects your child and the other parent and requires a modification to your child...
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How a vehicle accident can result in spinal cord injury
You may associate a spinal cord injury, or SCI, with a painful fall or a bad hit on the football field, but more than half of such injuries result from vehicle crashes. There are two types of SCI. It is not uncommon for either to occur in a sudden collision. SCI...
3 types of hidden injuries that may occur in a car wreck
Like many of your friends and family members, you drive to work and other places. You also likely understand that car accidents can happen virtually anywhere at any time. In fact, in 2018, there were 402,592 automobile collisions on Florida roadways. That means there...
When is enhancement of value a marital asset?
When it comes to divorce, most people focus on equitably dividing tangible assets. However, courts may also look at assets one spouse owned before the marriage, but said asset has since grown in value over the course of the marriage. This is the enhancement...
Can domestic abuse allegations affect child custody in a divorce?
Divorce requires separating couples in Florida to put aside their differences and make decisions that may not align with their personal interests to protect the well-being of their children. These decisions are not always made amicably. Circumstances can arise where...
Who gets the dog in a divorce?
Divorce upends a family's life in a major way. There is a significant financial toll on both parties. There is also the question of who gets the family pet. Under Florida law, pets are personal property. This puts them on the same level as furniture and...
3 ways to protect your assets during divorce
Divorce is a big decision that will leave its mark on your finances. You may not be a high-wealth individual in the Northern Florida Gulf Coast area, but not taking care to guard your finances during divorce can leave you feeling the pinch long after the legal process...
Have you and your spouse considered collaborative divorce?
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may dread the thought of a bitter court battle. However, litigation is not always necessary. There are other options to think about, one of which is a collaborative divorce. Would this be the best approach...
Tips for navigating social media during divorce
When going through a divorce, you need to be careful about what you post on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Some tips relate to good etiquette, such as posting details about the divorce onto Facebook before you tell your family members about it in person. Other tips...
Is my spouse hiding assets during our divorce?
The division of marital assets is one of the most contentious topics to come up during a divorce. This is especially true if you have significant assets or own a business. You and your spouse must fully and honestly disclose your assets to the court, so they can be...