Recent Blog Posts
Terms of Probation in Florida
March 6, 2015 In Florida, courts often order probation as a penalty in a criminal conviction. Probation is a form of court-ordered supervision requiring that the probationer report to a probation officer and comply with the terms of the probation. Violation of probation is a criminal offense, and can result in probation being revoked and… Read More »
Types of Alimony in Florida – Part 1
March 4, 2015 A major issue in a Florida divorce is the court’s determination regarding the payment of alimony. Alimony orders may vary based on duration, amount, method of payment, and purpose. Florida’s alimony statutes provide for five types of alimony, which have different purposes and durations. These types are: alimony pendente lite, bridge-the-gap… Read More »
Burglary: Structures and Conveyances
March 3, 2015 The crime of burglary in the state of Florida means entering or remaining on another’s premises with the purpose of committing a crime inside, even if the crime was not committed. Florida law identifies two ways to commit a burglary: Unlawfully entering a dwelling, structure, or conveyance with the intent to commit… Read More »
What Happens to Family Pets in Divorce?
March 2, 2015 For a divorcing couple with pets, the question of who gets to keep the pets is likely an important issue. About half of American households have a pet, and many people develop emotional attachments to their animals. Some pet owners even regard their pets as akin to children. When a couple… Read More »
Who Gets the Marital Home in Divorce
February 25, 2015 When a couple is divorcing, one of the most significant decisions is likely to be the determination of what happens to the couple’s home. A home is often the most valuable asset that a couple possesses, and deciding who gets it can have a huge financial and emotional impact. Settlement Agreement… Read More »
Parenting Plan Enforcement: Parenting Coordinators, Part 2
March 25, 2015 Parenting coordination can be a valuable tool for minimizing the negative impact of a divorce on a child. It is an alternative dispute resolution method used to promote the best interests of the child. Parenting coordinators are often used after a parenting plan has been finalized, if parents are not adhering… Read More »
Vanilla Ice Arrested for Home Burglary in Florida
February 24, 2015 Robert Van Winkle, better known as ‘90s rapper Vanilla Ice, was arrested Wednesday, February 18th, and charged with burglary of a residence and grand theft. Furniture, a pool heater, a bicycle, and other items were taken from a Lantana home; police believe that the burglary took place between December and February. The… Read More »
Valuing Real Property in Divorce
February 23, 2015 When a couple divorces, one of the biggest issues is the division of the couple’s assets. Determining what happens to the family home is often the most important decision regarding property division. Homes or other real property are frequently the most valuable asset that a couple owns and are difficult to… Read More »
Revenge Porn Bill Proposed
February 10, 2015 Florida State Representative Tom Goodson (R-Titusville) announced recently that he is sponsoring a bill that would criminalize revenge porn. Bill HB 151 would make disseminating pornography for the purpose of harassment a third degree felony. This is the third time that an attempt has been made to pass this bill in Florida…. Read More »
Collateral Consequences of Crime – Part 2
February 18, 2015 Criminal convictions can have far-reaching consequences, beyond jail time, fines, or probation. Felons lose the right to vote, those convicted of drug crimes lose driver’s licenses, and non-citizens who reside in the U.S. may be deported. Besides these and other legal penalties, there can be social and economic repercussions as well…. Read More »
