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Can A Parent Refuse To Return A Child After Vacation Time In Florida?
Parenting plans aim at providing a stable environment for the kids while making sure that both parents get a substantial amount of quality time with their children. Vacation plans are usually part of the parenting plan, enabling parents to bond with their kids during the summer or holiday periods. What happens, however, if one… Read More »
Can You Freeze Joint Bank Accounts During A Florida Divorce?
Money-related fears are typically among the first worries a couple experiences when considering divorce. Many people fear that their spouse will empty their joint bank accounts before the divorce is final. Even though it is a very reasonable concern, acting on it without enough information about what Florida law says could lead to even… Read More »
Florida Guidance On Equitable Distribution Of Cryptocurrency In Divorce
Digital currency is no longer a niche investment. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets now show up regularly in Florida divorce cases, and dividing them fairly is not always simple. Unlike a house or a retirement account, cryptocurrency can swing wildly in value and can be difficult to trace if a spouse does not… Read More »
Florida Court Reaffirms The Standard For Modifying A Parenting Plan
Most parents expect that if they have to modify a parenting plan, the process is generally straightforward. While it can be with a cooperative ex, if you need the court to intervene, it will take a lot of effort to get your changes ratified. In this article, the Tampa, FL, family lawyers at Faulkner… Read More »
Imputing Income In Florida Family Law Cases
The issue of income imputation has arisen frequently in family law cases filed in the State of Florida, where one of the parties alleges that unemployment or reduced income is meant to skirt the court’s demand to pay child support or alimony. In other words, the recipient of support alleges that the payer is… Read More »
Florida Appeals Court Addresses Child Support Calculations And Life Insurance Requirements
Issues related to child support usually arise while conducting a divorce case in Florida, especially where there is an equal distribution of time between the children and parents under a well-developed parenting plan. Judges have to make careful considerations when deciding child support, taking into account the specific distribution of time-sharing and making sure… Read More »
Dividing Business Interests During A Florida Divorce
When spouses own a business or purchase stocks during their marriage, dividing such property becomes much more difficult. The court must determine whether the business or its shares constitute marital or non-marital property and, if the latter, how it will be divided. The case we’re about to review illustrates the difficulties that can arise… Read More »
When An Inheritance Becomes Marital Property In Florida
Those embroiled in divorces typically assume that inherited property is always considered separate property. As such, it should not be subject to equitable distribution or split in half between the two parties in the event of divorce. Although it’s true that inheritance is often treated as nonmarital property, the manner in which the spouse… Read More »
Enforcing Alimony Obligations In Florida
An order for spousal maintenance made by a Florida court cannot be ignored by the person to whom the order has been issued. There are legal penalties and remedies available for non-compliance with an obligation ordered by the court. In this article, the Tampa, FL, family lawyers at Faulkner Law Group, PLLC, will discuss… Read More »
What Happens If Your Ex Violates A Parenting Plan In Florida?
Once a divorce or custody case has been finalized, the parenting plan is considered a legally binding court order. This document contains provisions on how the parents are to share responsibilities in the care of their child. If one of the parents violates the parenting plan, this can cause stress and instability for the… Read More »
