Recent Blog Posts
The Importance Of Requesting A DMV Hearing Soon After A DUI Arrest
If you are arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, you have two separate legal matters. The first is the suspension of your driver’s license, while the second is the criminal trial you may face. Drivers that are found to be over the legal limit at the scene, or that… Read More »
Is it Illegal to Resist an Unlawful Arrest?
Police officers can only arrest a person under very specific circumstances. They must believe someone has committed a crime, such as when they suspect a motorist is driving under the influence, or they must have a warrant for arrest. Unfortunately, the police do not always comply with these rules. Law enforcement officers are often… Read More »
What Kind of Mediator is Right for You?
Mediation holds many benefits for couples going through a divorce. During mediation, both parties meet with a mediator who is a neutral third party. The job of the mediator is to facilitate conversation and compromise so the couple can reach an agreement without the need to enter litigation. Therefore, mediation often allows couples to… Read More »
Debunking Common Myths Surrounding Premarital Agreements
Today, more people are drafting a premarital agreement before getting married. While premarital agreements have many benefits for couples, there are still many myths surrounding them. If you are thinking about getting a premarital agreement, it is important to know what these myths are, and the truth behind them. Only then will you have… Read More »
Three Common Property Crimes in Florida
Property crimes may seem like very minor offenses. However, a conviction for a property crime can result in jail time and high fines, which will result in a permanent criminal record. The penalty a person may face after a property crime conviction greatly depends on the dollar value of any damage done, and the… Read More »
How You Can Benefit from a Collaborative Divorce
Divorce is always very stressful, but the process does not always have to be as contentious as many people envision. There is also more than one way to get a divorce in Florida, and one of those is a collaborative divorce. Collaborative law is a form of alternative dispute resolution that allows you and… Read More »
Are You Allowed to Use Self-Defense in Florida?
Innocent people are accused of committing violent crimes too often in Florida. This sometimes occurs after a person uses self-defense when they felt as though their safety and well-being was at risk. Self-defense is known as an affirmative defense. This means that the person accused of committing a crime does not deny that they… Read More »
When are Floridians Most Likely to Divorce?
Florida has had one of the highest divorce rates in the country for the past several years. The divorce rate in the state is 13.2 percent, with only three other states having a higher rate. There are many reasons a couple may choose to get a divorce but as it turns out, there are… Read More »
Understanding House Arrest in Florida
It is not uncommon to hear stories of celebrities, such as Martha Stewart and Paris Hilton, that have been placed on house arrest. For many people, these stories are the extent of their knowledge on house arrest. A person has been convicted of a crime and instead of going to jail, they are forced… Read More »
The Law on Recording Your Spouse During Divorce
During divorce, it is not uncommon for some spouses to act civil and polite every time they are in front of a Judge. Once they leave the courtroom though, they then act irrationally, sometimes yelling at their spouse or even threatening violence. Proving that your spouse is not the well-mannered person they appear to… Read More »
