Slip and fall accidents are some of the most common that individuals will encounter. The average person doesn’t deliberately go looking for a wet, icy, or slippery surface to walk across. Much will depend on the circumstances surrounding the accident whether it’s settled quickly or will require litigation. Absolutely anyone that has experienced a trip […]
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Why the Prenuptial Agreement is Making a Comeback
An increasing number of couples are demanding a prenuptial agreement for an extensive number of reasons. The legal agreements have been around for a long time and they’re being used to protect and manage assets that may come as a surprise to many. Prenuptial agreements are signed before the marriage takes place. Post-nuptial agreements are […]
What’s the Difference Between Arbitration and Mediation?
There’s a lot of confusion when it comes to the terms arbitration and mediation. The processes are similar, but with some specific differences. Both techniques are designed to solve differences and create a fair resolution when two parties are in dispute. When two parties can’t come to an agreement, the services of an arbitrator or […]
Should I Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney? YES
Employees should never assume that Workers’ Compensation will automatically pay for the cost of medical treatment and lost income in the event of a work-related accident. There are some federal laws regarding Workers’ Compensation, but there are also state laws that come into play. No matter how good the relationship is with an employer, all […]
Accident Victim Compensation
Individuals that have been the victim of an auto accident may be entitled to compensation and the court may rule that you deserve a personal injury award. It can involve economic damages, non-economic damages or both, depending upon the nature of the personal injury claim and the facts surrounding the case. Economic Damages These are […]
Marriage Separation With Minimal Drama
The modern marriage has become something difficult to define. Traditionally, marriages were shaped by religious customs and cultural ideals. Couples were often introduced by family members and would try to replicate what they had seen their parents and grandparents do. For many people this is still the case and when their relationships hit rocky patches, […]
How to Keep Children Out Of Court When it Comes to Child Custody
The last thing any child needs, and the thing that children of divorcing couples usually fear the most, is being offered the choice of whether to live with Mom or Dad. While parents may feel they are being fair in giving their offspring a choice, it puts the children in the impossible position of choosing which of […]
Court Addresses Wife’s Entitlement to Permanent Periodic Alimony
Permanent Periodic Alimony Case Summary in Florida The Second District Court of Appeal in Sikora v Sikora, 40 Fla. L. Weekly D1594, addressed the issue of the wife’s entitlement to permanent periodic alimony. Permanent periodic alimony is used to provide the needs and necessities of life to a former spouse as they have been established […]
Complimentary Consultation with a Family Lawyer
In most cases, decisions to separate or file for divorce are fueled by emotion. When a marriage dissolves, in most cases, the law gets to decide the extent of financial obligation for both parties. If children are part of the equation, the percentage becomes even more complex. Each individual’s monthly income is reviewed in determining […]
Protecting Children When Sharing Their Care
Every family is different, and thus every divorce is different. No matter what the reasons for the divorce are, two individuals have their separate personalities and desires, and these can determine how easy or hard the whole divorce process will be. Some couples have an amicable approach because both parties feel the same way and […]