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What is the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce?
What is the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce? Is your marriage on the verge of ending? Are you and your spouse discussing divorce? If so, you may want to take a moment to understand the difference between contested and uncontested divorce. While the majority of married couples seeking to part ways do so… Read More »
Misconceptions About Car Accident Cases in Florida
Between the Internet and other sources of media, there is a lot of information floating around about car accidents and personal injury law. However, while some of this information may be harmless, or even accurate, a great deal of it is exaggerated, or worse yet, completely untrue. That is why proceeding with a car… Read More »
Laws on Lane splitting, Helmets and Lane Sharing in Florida
The state of Florida has some exceptional roads for motorcycle enthusiasts. Yet whether you are new to riding or a seasoned biker, you should take a moment to understand the laws about how to ride safely and lawfully. Below is information on some motorcycle laws in Florida: Lane splitting: If you don’t own a… Read More »
What are the Pros and Cons of Filing Chapter 7?
Given the current economy, it’s no wonder why so many people are asking this question. If you are facing an overwhelming amount of debt, Chapter 7 may be right for you. However, understanding Chapter 7 can be difficult. Following are some of the pros and cons of filing for Chapter 7: Pros Fresh start:… Read More »
Top Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer After Your Car Accident
Everyone gets in a car accident at some point or another. Depending on the type of accident you are involved in, you may or may not need the assistance of an experienced lawyer. If you sustain an injury in a crash caused by the reckless or careless actions of someone else, you may be… Read More »
Understanding Equitable Distribution in Florida
When marriages end, many complex issues must be dealt with before spouses can part ways. While child custody and alimony are often the most hotly contested matters during a divorce proceeding, sometimes the division of property and assets can be just as trying. Depending on whether you and your spouse are going through a… Read More »
Driving Drowsy Is More Dangerous Than You Think
Getting behind the wheel when you are sleep-deprived can lead to a car crash. But despite the mounting evidence that drowsy driving kills or seriously injures many people each year, millions of drivers engage in this risky behavior. The statistics on drowsy driving are sobering and staggering: According to one drowsy driving poll, 51… Read More »
What are Some Things to be Wary of in a Short Sale?
Many homeowners are proceeding with short sales rather than foreclosure when they cannot get a loan modification or meet their obligations to their lender. In March of 2012 short sales represented more than 14 percent of existing home sales, compared with about 10 percent in 2010. While the number of short sales is rising,… Read More »
Types of Alimony in Florida
Alimony is supposed to enable spouses who have not worked or who have lower incomes to maintain a standard of living similar to what they were accustomed to during marriage. In setting an award of alimony, Florida courts consider many economic factors. The types of alimony that can be awarded in Florida include: Permanent… Read More »
What Documentation Should I Secure After a Car Accident?
There is a good possibility that if you drive, at some point you will be involved in a car accident. As with other difficulties in life, it helps to be prepared in the event you do have an accident. Knowledge gives you the power to put yourself in the best situation possible to recover… Read More »