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Does Remarriage Affect Child Support in Florida?
In Florida, parents have a legal obligation to support their children financially. That is why parents are ordered to pay child support after they divorce. The “Income Shares Model” is used in Florida when calculating child support. The court uses this method to calculate a basic support obligation. Once the basic child support obligation… Read More »
Tips for Preparing for a High-Asset/Complex Property Divorce
All divorces are potentially complex and difficult; however, high-asset/complex property divorces are more difficult than average divorces. A high-asset/complex property divorce is self-explanatory. If you and your spouse are about to get a divorce, and you believe yours is a high-asset/complex property case, it is vital that you take time to prepare adequately. Below,… Read More »
Alimony Changes In Florida In 2023
If you are divorcing in Florida and have a need or expectation of receiving alimony, it is important to understand the details of the recent changes to the alimony statutes in Florida. We mentioned last month that these changes were coming, and on July 1, 2023 the new Florida “alimony reform bill” became law… Read More »
What if My Ex-spouse Cannot Afford To Pay Child Support
Child support aims to divide the costs of raising a child between the two parents. When child support payments stop, the parent living with the child may face serious financial difficulties. When support payments stop, the parent raising the child can have difficulty paying for the ordinary and every day expenses related to children… Read More »
Can a Divorce Adversely Affect Your Credit Score?
If you are going through a Florida divorce, you may have a lot of questions on your mind. One of the questions you may be asking yourself is, “Can a divorce adversely affect my credit score?” So, can a divorce adversely affect your credit score? Well, a divorce cannot directly affect your credit score…. Read More »
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Hiring a Florida Divorce Attorney
If you are going through a Florida divorce, hiring a divorce lawyer to represent you is one of the most crucial decisions you can make. The divorce process is quite complex for you to handle alone without legal representation. You also need someone who can provide an objective point of view during this emotionally… Read More »
Alimony Legislation And The Changes
After multiple years and many attempts to modify the alimony statutes in Florida, the House and Senate both approved SB 1416. On May 2, 2023, the bill was ordered enrolled in the Florida Senate and it has been presented to Governor DeSantis. If the Bill is approved/adopted, it will become law July 1, 2023…. Read More »
Tips To Help You Navigate A Contested Divorce
When people get a divorce, they can either go with the option of a contested divorce or an uncontested divorce. An uncontested divorce is where parties agree on all the divorce-related issues. On the other hand, a contested divorce is where parties cannot agree on all or some of the divorce-related issues. A contested… Read More »
Tips For Divorcing A Difficult Spouse
If you are married to a difficult or angry spouse, and plan to get a divorce, you already know how complex the divorce process can be. You are likely feeling overwhelmed just thinking about it. It is crucial that you prepare yourself before divorcing. The following are some actions you can take that can… Read More »
Things Divorce Lawyers Wish People Knew
If you are about to get a divorce, you probably already know that divorce can be complicated and expensive. However, there are things that you can do to make the divorce process easier and less costly. At The Lasky Law Firm, we have seen it all, and we wanted to share some things that… Read More »