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What Evidence Should I Bring to my Divorce Hearings?
If you are divorcing in the courtroom, even if you are completing an uncontested divorce, you will need to provide evidence to aid the court in its determinations regarding your property division and parenting plan. This is true even if you have worked out a property division plan on your own, because the court… Read More »
I Can’t Afford a Divorce, What Can I Do?
When you are unhappy in your marriage but cannot afford to complete a divorce, you have a few options. The right option for you depends on a few different factors, which include your reason for wanting to end the marriage, your goals for the future, and your current financial state. Determine if you Can… Read More »
Changing your Estate Plans After a Divorce
If you made estate plans during your marriage, you will need to change them after your divorce or while the divorce is pending. It is a good idea to revisit your estate plans every few years to make sure they match your current wishes. Because your spouse is your primary beneficiary and in most… Read More »
Do I Have to Change my Name When I Get Divorced?
No. Whether you change your name after the divorce is finalized is completely up to you. Your spouse has no say in the matter, even if it was “his” name before you married. If you do choose to change your name after your divorce, you can include the change in your divorce settlement. This… Read More »
Equitable Distribution in a Divorce
In Florida and many other states, a divorcing couple’s marital assets are divided according to the doctrine of equitable distribution. In states that do not use equitable distribution, a method known as community property is used. When property is divided according to equitable distribution, it is not necessarily divided equally between the partners. Rather,… Read More »
How to Talk to your Partner About Signing a Prenuptial Agreement
A prenuptial agreement, often known as a “prenup,” can be an intimidating concept for some. This type of document can be used to determine how a couple’s marital assets will be divided in the event of their divorce, and some people’s minds, this makes it easy to assume that a prenuptial agreement is a… Read More »
What Can I Include in my Prenuptial Agreement?
Many engaged couples choose to sign prenuptial agreements before they marry. Having this type of document in place can make the divorce process more streamlined if the couple chooses to end their marriage later. It can also be used to ensure that a partner’s children from other relationships inherit part of his or her… Read More »
Common Hotel Injuries
When you are staying at a hotel or resort, there is always the possibility that you can be injured in an accident. Many of us “let our guards down” while we are on vacation, which can increase our risk of being injured. Stay vigilant to stay safe, and remember that if your injury was… Read More »
Sharing the Road with Motorcycles to Avoid Accidents
On any roadway, you can find a variety of vehicle types. Cars, passenger vans, personal and commercial trucks, buses, and motorcycles all use the same roadway despite their wildly different weights, handling styles, speeds, and capabilities. As a motorist, it is important that you keep these differences in mind at all times to share… Read More »
Can I File a Personal Injury Claim for Food Poisoning?
Yes. Any time you are injured or become sick because of another party’s negligence, you are entitled to seek compensation for your related damages through a personal injury claim. These damages can include your medical expenses, your lost wages, and your pain and suffering damages like counseling to handle your emotional trauma related to… Read More »
