Volusia County Law Blog
A canceled policy can cause numerous insurance problems
Some Florida residents may have mixed feelings about insurance. Some people see it as a blessing that allows them to obtain financial assistance when needed, and others may see it as an unnecessary expense. Others still may see insurance companies as the enemy,...
Another January, another peak time for marriage dissolution
When January rolls around, most people start thinking about making changes in their lives. Florida residents and others across the country may be doing a thorough self-assessment to determine what needs to change in order to live happier and healthier. For some, that...
Reflection and discussion can help establish estate plans
Over the years, many Florida residents do their best to become financially stable. Some of them are fortunate enough to obtain a considerable amount of wealth that they would like to protect and pass on to their loved ones in the future. Because asset protection is...
Have proper coverage for damage caused by floodwaters
Individuals living in Florida know that serious natural disasters could strike at any moment. Hurricanes and other storms could cause individuals to evacuate and not know whether their homes will be left unscathed or torn to bits. For these reasons, individuals...
Start now to protect your assets during a divorce
Getting a divorce can cause immense upheaval in anyone’s life. As a relatively well-off individual, you may have particular concerns about what will happen to your assets during your case. Because Florida is an equitable division state, it is likely that the court...
Is it possible to modify spousal support?
When a divorce is finalized, the court may order you to pay child support or alimony to your ex-spouse. Generally, when the court orders you to pay alimony, they include stipulations to show when payments can end or be lowered. Each state has different laws that...
Divorcing spouses can still save money on alimony payments
Keeping family dynamics in check during a divorce can be challenging, especially after the recent tax changes. One of the changes has had an impact on alimony payments, which have played a significant role in divorce for several decades. Under certain circumstances,...
5 reasons why you should have an estate plan
More than half of all Americans and nearly 80% of millennials do not have a basic estate plan, such as a will or trust, according to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). While many people believe estate planning is only for older and wealthier people,...
How Do You Find the Right Attorney to Appeal Your Case?
After a litigant has lost a case at the trial court level, the judgment of the court can be appealed. In Florida, the trial courts are the state’s circuit courts for most civil matters and felony criminal cases, and in some instances the county courts. The Florida...
Creating a Pre-retirement Checklist
Many Americans begin considering retirement as they enter their 60s, but not everyone is truly ready to stop working by 63, the average retirement age according to the United States Census Bureau. There’s a lot to consider, including assets, debt, retirement needs,...