Modern divorces usually go in one of two ways: Either the divorcing spouses agree about what is necessary and appropriate, paving the way for an uncontested filing, or they go to court to litigate. Mediation, collaborative law and even prenuptial agreements can lead...
Citrus County Law Blog
2 ways powers of attorney protect the people who create them
Powers of attorney give someone legal authority to act for another person. People often feel nervous about giving authority to someone else. Concern about the abuse of power might prevent someone from creating powers of attorney when they would absolutely benefit from...
How can you fight a DUI charge?
If the police issue you with a drunk driving charge, you are right to be worried. A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) can affect your life in more ways than you think. Florida treats drunk driving severely, even more so if it is a repeat offense. You...
Are you afraid to file for bankruptcy because people might think less of you?
Filing for bankruptcy in Florida or elsewhere in the nation sometimes has a sort of stigma, or negativity, attached to it. You may worry that people -- family members, friends, colleagues or others you know -- may make assumptions that reflect badly on you if you file...
Could Citrus County’s Drug Court help you keep your life on track?
If you're facing drug charges here in Citrus County, then you don't likely need anyone to remind you of the serious penalties that await you if you're convicted of such a crime. While you might think of your drug charges as life-ending, they don't have to be. You may...
Does having children make divorce less likely?
You may have heard couples say that they had children in order to fix a broken or failing marriage. They saw a baby as a way to get closer to one another and renew the bond that they used to have, rather than getting divorced. But is there anything to this tactic?...
What penalties come with Florida marijuana offense convictions?
Unlike several other states, it remains against the law to possess or sell marijuana in Florida. With other states relaxing or eliminating some marijuana laws, many in Florida fail to realize that this substance remains prohibited. If you do not keep up with the law...
How do the Florida courts approach custody in a divorce?
Florida recently updated its approach to the custody of minor children in a divorce to focus more on the kids and less on the parents. In fact, if you read through the law, you won't find many uses of the word custody at all anymore. Instead, the law now focuses on a...
What factors can impact your right to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Florida residents struggling with debt often consider Chapter 7 bankruptcy as an option for wiping their financial slates clean and rebuilding their credit. There are some qualifying criteria, however, that you must meet to file for this type of debt relief. Learning...
Completed your Florida Designation of Health Care Surrogate? Here’s what to do next
Also known as a medical power of attorney, the Florida Designation of Health Care Surrogate allow you to appoint someone to handle your medical decisions in case you become incapacitated and no longer able to make those decisions on your own. It’s wise to have your...