Category Archives: Divorce
Some Things That May Surprise You In Divorce
Anyone facing a divorce knows that life is about to change big time. But what new experiences and emotions are ahead for you? Even if this is not your first divorce and even if you have friends and family sharing their experiences with divorce, this will be a new and different, and probably not… Read More »
10 Divorce Tips For Men Whose Wives Want Out
Women initiate divorce in nearly 70 percent of cases. Research indicates they become unhappy when the connections with their spouses cool and they start to believe the relationship is going south. When their spouses don’t give the “right” response within the “right” timeline, women sometimes surprise their husbands with the news that the marriage… Read More »
What Women Need to Know When Getting Divorced
Let’s face it: divorce is tough. It is a strain emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially. But with a little planning and with some realistic expectations, women—particularly those with children—can get through to the other side with minimal stress. Here are some general rules of the road that can help: Be Kind: Don’t beat yourself… Read More »
Divorce Fueled By Loss
Couples split up for myriad reasons: infidelity, growing apart, incompatibility between the sheets—the motivations to go in different directions are endless. In some cases, both partners take responsibility for the divorce, while in others, there’s one clear and undisputed “bad guy.” The hardest divorces, it seems, involve couples who part ways under duress. Unfortunately,… Read More »
What You May Not Know About Divorce Statistics And Trends
When people get married, they generally know that they have a roughly 50:50 chance of staying together statistically speaking. But they are so in love that they cannot imagine that their marriage will be one of the lucky ones. What do statistics and trends reveal about marriage and divorce in America? Trends of Interest … Read More »
Dealing With The Money Questions In Divorce
If you think divorce is tough on the heart and mind, you’re right! Another place divorce takes its toll is in the pocketbook. You’re going to be making a lot of difficult decisions during this process, all of which will ultimately impact your financial well-being now and down the road. Protect yourself by getting… Read More »
Lethal Divorce Errors
Facing divorce sometimes brings out our lesser selves. In some cases, that means a snarling and vengeful iteration of self; in others, perhaps it looks like withdrawal and submission. Whatever your go-to defense system, you’ll be best served in a divorce with a strong, trusted, local divorce attorney by your side. Making that single… Read More »
Can I Divorce Someone Who’s Incarcerated?
If your spouse is behind bars, you may be wondering whether now is a good time to file for divorce. While that is a question only you can answer, from a legal standpoint, you absolutely do have the right and the ability to file for divorce right now. How Do I Proceed? The process… Read More »
Are You Worried About Foul Play In Your Divorce?
While no divorce is pleasant, some can get pretty ugly. Spouses who believe they are the victim of cheating and whose hearts have been broken can be pretty bitter, motivating them to engage in some dastardly behavior. But it doesn’t take an unfaithful spouse to produce bad behavior in a divorce; some people will… Read More »
The Impacts Of Senate Bill 1796: Alimony & Custody Issues
After the legislature passed SB 1796, Governor DeSantis found himself facing heavy lobbying to veto it. Why has the bill garnered such stringent opposition? Contentious Points The bill addresses child custody and alimony, and many claim it has deleterious impacts on the lesser earning spouse in a divorce: It codifies the presumption that time-sharing… Read More »
