Collection of experiences and information we have gained through our practice of law.
Under no circumstances should a spouse stay in an abusive relationship and/or home. There is no good reason to stay…especially if you have kids!
Don’t let money be the reason that keeps you in an abusive home or relationship. If you are a victim of domestic violence, you can request the court for exclusive use of the home while litigation (your case) is pending.
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Yesterday, Miami-Dade County Courts announced that certain proceedings in criminal cases may now be conducted remotely either by phone or by video.
Find out what proceedings are given the green light to be set virtually and how to schedule them:
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Starting this coming Monday, June 15th, the City of Miami Beach will be accepting applications for the City’s grant aimed to help Miami Beach small businesses affected by the pandemic.
Find out if you qualify:
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In Florida, noncompete agreements are valid so long as such contracts are reasonable in time, area, and line of business. Find out what you need to do to enforce or contest a noncompete agreement:
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On June 8th, lots of business will reopen in Miami-Dade, including gyms, fitness studios, and tattoo parlors.
Is your business compliant?
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The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) is a federal act that has been adopted by almost every state. Every case in Florida involving minor children requires the filing of a UCCJEA Affidavit.
Find out why and what needs to be included:
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What if the other parent is purposely making less to lower or avoid support payments? Courts may impute income if you prove your case. Here’s how:
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Once you initiate an action against someone, whether it’s a family or civil case, you must notify the other party that they are being sued. The process of formally notifying someone that an action has been initiated against them is known as “service of process”.
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The coronavirus relief bill includes direct cash payments to help people through the crisis. However, falling behind in child support payments will affect an otherwise eligible American’s ability to receive this stimulus check. Once they are issued, the checks are seized by the government.
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Florida courts have found that the loss of a job or changes in the parties’ income may qualify as a substantial change in circumstances to warrant a modification in child support, provided that the change is permanent in nature.
But what if you lose your job due to layoffs and business closures resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic?
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