Pensacola Family Law Blog
How a Lawyer Could Impact Your Life
Have you ever been involved in a situation where you need legal advice? If you haven’t, it can be hard to understand how lawyers make an impact in the world we live in. Lawyers play a role in the growth and freedom of our society. They fight for individuals rights and...
Managing divorce financially as an older adult
Florida couples who are getting a divorce close to retirement or after retirement face certain challenges. They do not have years ahead of them earning income to make up for any financial losses in the divorce. Furthermore, they might have spent years planning a...
What You Need to Know About Filing a Medical Malpractice Case
Did you know that the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) states that medical negligence is the third leading cause of death in the United States? In fact, during 2012 there was over $3 billion spent in medical malpractice payouts. Unfortunately, it...
How to preserve sanity in a divorce
Floridians in the middle of divorce find themselves being pulled in all sorts of different directions as they work out issues such as child custody, finances and property division. Ultimately, this can detract from their emotional health. It is critical to do...
Challenges for certain spouses in a divorce
People in Florida who are going through a divorce and who have not been involved in managing the family money during the divorce may face some additional challenges. Women are particularly likely to find themselves in this position since they often leave financial...
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,...