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Get To Know Two of The Attorneys of Draper Law Office
Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to giving the best possible legal representation to our clients. We are proud to announce that the majority of our staff has been with us in excess of 10-years. We believe that concentration in specific areas of law promotes successful results. Therefore, we only represent clients with cases… Read More »
Florida Is A "No Fault" Divorce State
Divorce, also known as dissolution of marriage, can be a confusing and emotional time. You may be wondering how dissolution of marriage works and what your rights are. We encourage you to find the right attorney to help guide you through the legal process. Florida is a no-fault divorce state, which means that a… Read More »
Texting While Driving Causes Fatal Car Crashes
Our smart phones make our lives much easier, but they can also serve as a distraction – even while driving. In recent years there has been a sharp increase in car accident fatalities across our nation. This increase is partially due to distracted driving, including texting while driving. Fatalities caused by distracted driving rose… Read More »
Did You Know Facebook Posts Can Harm Your Personal Injury Case?
Many of us use Facebook to keep up with old friends and let people know what we’re up to. But did you know that Facebook posts can harm your personal injury case? It’s not uncommon for defendants in personal injury cases to examine Facebook and other social media posts made by the accident victim…. Read More »
Tactics Insurance Companies Use To Take Advantage of Accident Victims
Insurance companies are powerful corporations that use pressure and well-honed tactics to convince injured accident victims to settle their claims for far less than they are worth. Learn their tactics so they cannot take advantage of you. Insurance Company Tactic: Insurance adjustors are known to misinform. It is not uncommon for an insurance company… Read More »
What to Do Before your Divorce
Just like with anything else in life, taking time to prepare for your divorce before you actually file your paperwork will make the process easier for you and your spouse. If you enter the divorce process with certain issues sorted beforehand, the court will only have to finalize them, rather than determine them for… Read More »
Can I Move Out of Florida with my Child?
If moving will mean disrupting your child’s current timesharing plan, you could have to obtain approval from the court or your child’s other parent in order to complete the move. This does not mean that it cannot be done, but it does mean that you will have to demonstrate to the court that moving… Read More »
What to Consider when Developing a Timesharing Agreement
Except for in cases of abuse or neglect, it is in your child’s best interest to have a consistent relationship with both of his or her parents as he or she grows up. Remember that phrase – “in your child’s best interest” – because it is the court’s highest priority when developing a child’s… Read More »
Are my Lottery Winnings Subject to Division in my Divorce?
The short answer is yes, your lottery winnings are subject to division under the doctrine of equitable distribution if you divorce. This is because although you might have been the only one to purchase the lottery ticket, the money that you won is money that you acquired during your marriage and thus, it is… Read More »
How is a Divorcing Couple’s Property Divided in Florida?
A divorce is more than just a romantic breakup. It is the legal dissolution of a marriage. When a couple divorces, the court must make certain determinations to ensure that both parties’ rights are upheld and needs are met in the years that follow their divorce. This can mean creating a child custody order… Read More »
