Category Archives: Divorce
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 »
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 »
Can Text Messages And Social Media Be Used As Evidence In A Florida Divorce?
In our current digital age, the majority of our communication is done through text messages, emails, and social media sites. Even though these tools are helpful for staying connected with our loved ones, they can also become important pieces of evidence in divorce cases. In Florida, the courts often use these communications to determine… Read More »
Understanding Equitable Distribution Under Florida Law
The State of Florida begins every analysis of equitable distribution with the presumption that marital assets and liabilities should be split evenly among the two litigants. Nevertheless, “equitable” does not necessarily mean “equal.” In this article, we’ll discuss a real case in which the marital estate was not divided evenly, and one spouse was… Read More »
Unequal Distribution Of Marital Assets In Florida Divorce Cases
When it comes to divorce, few issues are more frequently contested than the division of the marital estate. While a lot of folks presume that the marital estate will be split evenly, Florida is considered an equitable distribution state. This means that the marital estate is divided in accordance with what the court deems… Read More »
When Fair Does Not Mean Equal: Florida’s Equitable Distribution Rules
A lot of folks going through divorce assume that the marital estate is split in half between the parties. While that’s usually the case, sometimes, the court sees fit to award more of the marital estate to one party than the other. A recent Third District Court of Appeal decision involves a case in… Read More »
Contested Alimony Modifications In Florida
One of the most contentious issues in a Florida divorce case is alimony. Even after a final judgment is entered, an alimony dispute may not be over. Years after the divorce, one former spouse can come back to court seeking a modification of alimony due to retirement, loss of employment, illness, or a substantial… Read More »
Court Reviews Grounds For Amended Final Judgments
When you begin the divorce process, there are several matters that need to be addressed. Most folks can address these matters in mediation, but sometimes, mediation breaks down and the couple must take their disagreement before a judge. You can address some matters in mediation, while leaving other matters to the judge. In the… Read More »
Florida Court Addresses Suspension Of Timesharing In Emergency Circumstances
Parents are generally obligated to turn their children over to their co-parent when it’s their time with the children. Nonetheless, there are emergency situations in which timesharing can be suspended for the duration of the emergency without repercussions. In this article, the Tampa, FL, divorce lawyers at Faulkner Law Group, PLLC will discuss the… Read More »
