There are some interesting facts about divorce in the USA. Some of the facts we list below may surprise you, some may comfort you. If you are looking for information about the divorce process or are considering a divorce, know that the very experienced attorneys here at Men’s Rights Law Firm in Cape Coral, Florida […]
Can New Evidence Be Presented In An Appeal?
Cases based on new evidence are not heard by an appellate court. Generally speaking, appellate courts are not concerned with new facts or new evidence. Appeals are normally based on issues surrounding any errors made in the process of the trial and/or how the judge interpreted the law. Can An Appellate Court Hear New Evidence? […]
Facts About Alimony And Child Support Modification
With some exceptions, Alimony and Child Support are always modifiable. The operative question is whether modification is prudent, under the circumstances, for you. The threshold question facing the courts in a modification action is whether there has been a change in financial circumstances. But not just a simple change in circumstances is needed. The types […]
What Does Co-Parenting Look Like?
According to Wikipedia, co-parenting “…refers to a parenting situation where adults share the duties of parenting a child. Coparents may include a variety of configurations, including a mother and a father, two mothers, two fathers, a parent with an adult sibling or grandparent, or a parent and another adult relative.” – source This does not […]
Holiday Schedule For Child Visitation
It’s that time of year again. Time to start planning for the holidays. It is a time that most families enjoy, a time to reconnect with family and friends and to take a short break from our busy schedules. But, when a family is also in the middle of being redefined (whether through divorce, separation, […]
Has Florida Adopted The Uidda?
On July 1, 2019, the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA) went into effect in Florida. This now means that if your Florida attorney is attempting to depose a witness or records from another state that has also passed the UIDDA, they no longer have to get a commission issued first. They can just […]
How Do I Know If My Divorce Lawyer Is Good?
A good lawyer will work with you and advise you on what you should and should NOT do during the process of your divorce. How do you know if your divorce lawyer is good? – If your attorney communicates well with you, doesn’t make bold promises, asks questions and listens to your answers – you […]
How Long Does A Florida Divorce Take?
“How long will this divorce process take?” is the question asked most frequently by new clients. The answer is – it depends. More specifically, we have resolved divorces in about 2 weeks, and other cases take several years. There are many factors that determine how long a divorce can take. Complicated business issues Requiring experts […]
Am I Allowed To Date Someone New While My Divorce Is Pending?
A very common question among individuals who are going through a divorce process for the very first time is… Can I Date Someone During My Divorce – Before It’s Final? The short answer is yes. Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to divorce. All you need is the jurisdictional requirements and that one […]
You Want Shared Parental Responsibility?
You are seeking shared parental responsibility, but are you sure that’s what’s best for your child? Why not fight for more now? Florida Statute § 61.13 dictates what the court considers in determining parental responsibility. The best interest of the child factors are laid out in that statute and give a good road map as to […]