Pensacola Family Law Blog
Women need to fully understand financial decisions in a divorce
In a Florida divorce, women have both their present and future lifestyle at risk. In most cases, they make less than their husband, and they stand a chance of seeing their income drop even more after the divorce because they are often the primary caregiver to the...
Domestic Violence Myths
Domestic violence is not an easy topic to discuss, especially if you have personally gone through it or know someone who has. But while many Americans may have individual impressions on what exactly falls under domestic violence, we are here to debunk the myths. It is...
How prenuptial agreements help business owners
In recent years, prenuptial agreements have become more popular among couples planning weddings in Florida and throughout the country. A prenuptial agreement allows a couple to determine who owns an asset prior to getting married and after a marriage ends. For...
What to do After a Car Accident
So, you’ve been involved in a car accident… now what? A pretty common reaction is panic, and while common, we advise you to try to remain as calm as possible. If you’ve never been in this type of situation before, it can be pretty difficult to do so. With your car...
Dealing with student loan debt in a divorce
Florida couples who get a divorce may have debts they need to divide as well as assets. One question that may arise is who will be responsible for any student loans. With 45 million Americans carrying student loans and the average age of a first divorce at around 30,...
Seeking Workers’ Compensation After a Workplace Accident
It is in the back of many people’s minds: what will happen to me if I get hurt while on the job? It becomes a matter of whether you will be compensated or not. You deserve the right to know that your workplace accident should not be ignored and that we will work with...
Common Injuries Caused by Truck Accidents
You see it all the time on the highway: truck accidents. You might begin to believe all truck drivers are sleep deprived or that any slight change in bad weather is the cause. But what are some probable damages the body endures that is caused by these unfortunate...
Education can lead to a lasting marriage
There has been much research over the years about the causes of divorce in Florida and what factors may cause a marriage to be more stable. One factor that has emerged as helpful for the stability of a marriage is education. Couples where both spouses earned a college...
Divorce and business interests: Who gets what?
Divorce can be complicated for Florida residents, especially if the divorcing parties are co-owners of a business. Although some divorcing couples may want to retain ownership and continue to run businesses together after the divorce is final, many couples choose to...
Life insurance in a divorce can be complicated
In Florida, there are many different things that are a part of the divorce agreement beyond just custody and property division. One key area that people need to consider is life insurance. Instead of using a standard approach that many use, parties to a divorce should...