A divorcing couple can face significant life changes and adjustments before, during and after proceedings, making preparations essential to help them maintain their standards of living. Without adequate planning and foresight, the involved parties may struggle to keep...
Someone who has recently been arrested for a drug offense in Florida probably worries about the potential consequences of their alleged wrongdoing. A Florida drug conviction could lead to fines and probation or incarceration. Even if someone has never violated the law...
Spousal support, or alimony, is often a vital part of a divorce settlement. When one spouse relies financially on the other during the marriage, they may require this support to maintain their lifestyle after the divorce. It's important to know the specific...
There’s a phrase that goes, “Finders keepers, losers weepers.” However, in real-life situations, discovering unattended property can lead to a moral and legal dilemma. If you find a valuable or money left on the ground, should you try to return it to its rightful...
Divorced or separated parents in Florida need to reach a time-sharing arrangement with one another. If they cannot agree to a division of time with their children, then a judge can make those determinations for their family. A Florida parenting plan approved by the...
Florida's relationship with marijuana has evolved over the years, especially as more U.S. states have relaxed their laws banning the substance. But while many people across the country have warmed up to the recreational use of marijuana (also called cannabis), what...
Credit card fraud sounds like a crime that only crime syndicates do, and they usually are. However, there are certain activities that ordinary civilians do with someone else’s credit card where they may unknowingly break the law. Unfortunately, credit card fraud is a...
It is illegal to drive when someone has consumed a large amount of alcohol or any controlled substances that affect driving ability. Alcohol is legal and readily available, and many people think nothing of having a few drinks at happy hour on the way home from work....
A Florida parenting plan includes a variety of details to help adults share custody. A parenting plan describes a breakdown of time-sharing responsibilities. It can also designate decision-making authority to both parents for matters related to school and healthcare....
Law enforcement officers must treat every person fairly. Race, ethnicity, national origin or religion should play no part when making an arrest or suspecting someone of the crime. It should also not matter whether the person is the alleged victim of the crime or the...
