Law enforcement agencies in Florida and around the country often set up DUI checkpoints to deter drunk driving and identify motorists who get behind the wheel after drinking. Police officers must generally have probable cause to initiate traffic stops, but the courts...
A Florida man has been accused of punching a National Football League star bar during the early morning hours of June 20. The 29-year-old Sarasota resident faces a misdemeanor count of simple assault in connection with the alleged fracas, which took place in Aberdeen,...
In some Florida divorces, only one spouse makes the decision to end the marriage. People might believe that both parties must agree to the divorce for it to come to pass. However, one spouse can file for divorce, and it can be granted even if the other spouse does not...
A federal judge sentenced a Florida man to 12 years in prison on June 12 for distributing methamphetamine in the Pasco County area, according to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. The 38-year-old Port Richie resident...
The question of who gets the marital home in divorce is not an easy one to answer, as it depends on a variety of circumstances. For one divorcing couple, it may be easy to decide what happens. But for the next, it could be one of the biggest sticks points in the...
Divorce in Florida for older adults can involve making new plans for the retirement years. Some people may decide they want to spend some time traveling while others may want to create a foundation or work in the community. Others may need to focus on building up an...
Wanting a fresh start after a difficult divorce is a completely normal reaction. For some people, just the end of their marriage may be enough to make them feel renewed and empowered. For others, other changes may be necessary for them to really feel like they get to...
When you're trying to settle a divorce in Florida, you'll need to exchange financial information with your spouse at some point. The process can get difficult if they're trying to hide or shield their assets. This happens more than you think, and courts do not react...
Whether you've gotten married and divorced in the past or have just gotten engaged for the first time, you may find yourself wondering if you need the protection offered by a prenuptial agreement. Although prenuptial agreements were once used primarily by the wealthy,...
At best, police stops are stressful events full of uncertainty and worry. At worst, these stops become violent altercations with deadly consequences. Understanding one’s rights can go a long way toward protecting oneself in these situations — especially regarding...
