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What About the Pets?
With more and more couples choosing to have pets rather than kids, the question of what happens to the pets, comes up often. Because Florida considers pets to be personal property, this issue is something that Judges don't like to decide, and furthermore something which should not be brought before a Judge. If you and your soon to be spouse are fighting and arguing over who gets to keep Fido,
You Tube and Divorce
Would you post your marital problems on You Tube? With the ability to post anything about yourself all over the Internet, it was just a matter of time before a person posted rants about their divorce on You Tube for all the world to see. I originally saw the story of Tricia Walsh-Smith and her divorce on The Today Show, and then out of my own curiosity checked it out on You Tube. I'm not
Gay Divorce
One of the problems with the fact that gay couples can get married in some states, but can't get married in others is that they can only dissolve their marriages or unions in a state that recognizes that they have a union to begin with. In order to dissolve a marriage, you usually have to satisfy a state's residency requirement, which means in some situations, its impossible to formerly
Those Financial Cheating Hearts
There is no question that financial infidelity can lead to divorce. I'm always shocked by the number of people who either hide financial indiscretions from their spouse, or the number of people who are totally unaware of debt and/or assets until there is financial disclosure in divorce. The following article addresses the dangers of not being fully truthful with your finances with your
Should We Get A Guardian Ad Litem?
I often times have clients request that a Guardian Ad Litem be appointed for their children in a divorce. Sometimes there are disputes between the attorneys' as to whether or not they are necessary. In case you are unaware, a Guardian Ad Litem ("GAL") is an attorney who is appointed by the court to represent the children in a divorce or other case involving children. Their job is to
Florida Information
The Florida Bar website is a wonderful place for you to go to if you are looking for information concerning an attorney that you are getting ready to hire, or have already hired. In addition, the Florida Bar offers a series of pamphlets about divorce, adoption, guardianship and other popular areas of law. If you are looking for general information about divorce, guardianship, adoption, wills,
Signer Beware
The following article is about a couple's divorce and the aftermath of not making good on the terms of the settlement. Before you sign a Marital Settlement Agreement, make very sure that intend to follow through with the terms of the Agreement or you may wind up in jail. http://nestmannblog.sovereignsociety.com/2008/03/dont-go-to-jail.html
Free Legal Advice
Free Legal Clinic To Help Eligible Residents By Dan Fearson of Highlands Today Published: March 27, 2008 SEBRING — Receiving legal advice and consultation is expensive for everyone, but it's especially tough for those with low incomes. Today, Florida Rural Legal Services Inc. will hold a free legal clinic for the economically disadvantaged, allowing citizens to receive legal advice and
Make Sure To Show Up For Court!!
One of the major things that you have to do in order to protect your legal rights and interests when you are going through a divorce or attempting to get an injunction (i.e., restraining order) is show up for Court!! Seems that Ms. Donaghy filed a request for an Injunction and the Judge appears to have denied it because she failed to show up for Court. This will affect her ability to get the
Blogging About Divorce
I just received a comment on one of my previous blogs from a reader who has started a blog for children who are going through a divorce. I'm not sure whether the blog is from an actual child or not, so I have no listed it here, but it brings up the question of how do you help your children through your divorce, especially when there is a custody battle that is on the brink. The following link
Difference Between Fault and No Fault States
There are many differences between fault and no fault states when it comes to divorce. One of the major differences is that the reasons behind a parties' divorce in a no fault state are virtually irrelevant. When it comes to emotionally cruelty and the like, those issues are rarely ever a factor in equitable distribution, alimony and child custody issues in no fault states. However, in fault
New Take On Fresh Start After Divorce
A man in Australia is selling his life on eBay. Seems that he recently got a divorce and wants a fresh start. Many people move, get a haircut, have a makeover or do other small things to signify a fresh start and a new life after divorce. This man is taking this concept to a whole other level by selling his life, including his home and job in order to pick up the pieces and move on. I'm not
Using Divorce As A Reconciliation Tool
Most people who come to my office for an initial consultation are ready to file for divorce. Sometimes, a party comes to my office because they are simply attempting to find out what their legal rights are in the event they do file for divorce, but they still think that they may be able to work things out with their spouse. Sometimes people want to file for divorce to try to "scare" their spouse
Health Insurance and Divorce
Once you are divorced, under most circumstances, you are not going to be able to continue to have your spouse under your current health insurance policy. If you fail to inform your employer that you are no longer married, its possible that may have to repay the company and the insurance company for a sort of insurance fraud. Read the following story and remember to remove your ex-spouse from
McCartney Divorce Settlement
It looks like the Judge that is presiding over the Heather Mills v. Paul McCartney divorce is about to make a decision and Ms. Mills may be receiving 25-30 million pounds in her divorce decree. It is reported that this amount was what was originally offered by McCartney, but with the offer also came a confidentiality clause. Therefore, if Ms. Mills wishes to not appeal the Judge, it seems
You Heard It Here!!
Every now and then I come across an article that is so strange that I feel the need to share it with my readers. It appears that a woman was allowed to annul her marriage after she divorced because she found out that her husband used to be a woman. In fact, the husband in question was still physically a woman, but had changed his/her name. In most states, same sex marriage is not allowed, so I'm
Men and Cheating
I'm sure most everyone is aware of the problems that are facing the current governor of New York, Elliott Spitzer. If you are living under a rock and haven't heard, there are accusations about him using high end prostitutes and possibly facing criminal charges for transporting a prostitute across state lines. While watching the news yesterday on The Today Show, in conjunction with this
Divorce Parties
I've blogged in the past about divorce parties and how more and more people are finding ways to celebrate their divorce. Whether you wanted to plan a party for your closest friends or throw a shindig for a large group of divorced strangers, there was a reason to let loose down in Fort Lauderdale recently. A bar owner in Fort Lauderdale opened up his club to 400 or so divorced people looking
Speaking About Divorce With Children
I often have to tell my clients that it is 100% not appropriate to speak with their children about any of their divorce proceedings. Children, no matter whether they are 1 years old or 21 years old, should not have to involve themselves in their parents' divorce case. They should not have to run interference, nor should they be the bearers of messages between one parent or the other. The
Budget Cuts Affecting Florida Courts
The following article addresses budget cuts and how those cuts will affect the Florida courts, including courts here in Central, Florida: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/opinion/letters/orl-myword03b08mar03,0,5907779.story
End In Sight
It looks like the McCartney v. Mills divorce drama is coming to an end. There is a target date of March 17, 2008 for a final ruling in their case to decide who gets what and how much. If either party decides that they are unhappy or not in agreement with the judge's ruling, they can appeal. However, if they appeal, their divorce proceedings will no longer remain private and all prying eyes
Internets Affect On Divorce
The birth of Internet means that everyone has information at their fingertips. This also means that people have access to chat rooms, pornography sites, and other ways to cause problems in a marriage. The following article addresses the affect that the Internet has had on divorce. http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/86bfc24c-e4d8-11dc-a495-0000779fd2ac.html
Viagra and Divorce
It seems that Viagra is now jumping into the blame game for divorce. Prior to the birth of Viagra and other male impotence pills, couples were faced with serious problems in the bedroom, which often times meant the road to divorce. Now, it seems that men who are taking this "miracle" drug, are leaving their wives because they have found their sexual stride in old age. While I don't know
Getting A Good Divorce
Every now and then I come across articles that provide really good information and advice on how to help people get through a divorce with the least amount of angst. The following article provides practical advice on this very subject and is worth the read. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/14/AR2007121402038.html
Sex and Divorce
A South Florida pastor seems to believe that there is a link between divorce and the lack of sex in some marriages. He has challenged his married members to thirty days of sex in order to help couples reconnect and avoid divorce. Its interesting that a member of the clergy is devising such a challenge, and I'm curious to know whether this actually helps troubled marriages. To read about
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