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...
Marijuana has quickly become one of the most popular drugs in the nation, but its legality is constantly being reevaluated. While some states allow it in recreational settings, some only permit it medically and others outlaw marijuana altogether. The medical...
The U.S. Attorney's office for the Northern District of Florida reported in a press release on June 17 that a Florida man has been sentenced to 15 years in a federal corrections facility for possessing a firearm while a convicted felon. The 31-year-old Tallahassee...
Florida couples who are seeing their marriages come to an end often prefer to negotiate a settlement rather than going to court and having a judge decide on the applicable legal issues. These issues can involve alimony and child support, but many people fail to...
One thing you can usually count on if a police officer suspects you of drunk driving is that he or she will request you take a portable breath test. These handheld machines estimate your blood alcohol concentration. If your BAC is 0.08 or higher, you may find yourself...
Getting divorced is never easy, but the process becomes especially complicated when children are involved. When parents in Florida file for divorce, they might fight over child custody. Though some parents are fine with one parent having the kids during the weekdays...
