Employment Law: List of Tips
Employment Law List of Tips for Small Employers & Businesses Or How to Avoid an Employment Lawsuit PART ONE OF TWO PART ARTICLE Although many smaller employers may not think… Read more »
Category: Debora’s Blog
Same-sex Divorce in Florida
Florida’s Second DCA permits same-sex divorce On April 24, 2015, the Second District Court of Appeal in Florida, overturned a lower court’s dismissal of a petition to dissolve a same-sex… Read more »
Mother’s Day Reflections
Mother’s Day is a good day to take time to reflect on all the women that have played a role in your life. The term “Mother” can apply to more… Read more »
Alimony in Florida 2015
Alimony in Florida: Changes May be Coming Per the Florida House Government Bills website: CS/CS/HB 943 – Family Law General Bill by Judiciary Committee and Civil Justice Subcommittee and Burton… Read more »
Florida Marriage License Requirements
Both spouses must apply for a marriage license in person. There is no residency or citizenship requirement. All applicants must show valid photo identification. Applicants 16-17 years old must show… Read more »
Florida Increases Minimum Wage
The 2015 minimum wage in Florida is $8.05 per hour, effective January 1, 2015, with a minimum wage of at least $5.03 per hour for tipped employees, in addition to… Read more »
Same-Sex Marriage Comes to Florida
The State of Florida will recognize same-sex marriage as of January 6, 2015. According to the Palm Beach Post and ACLU Florida, the State of Florida has abandoned the fight to… Read more »
Holiday Tips
Shut off or unplug the Christmas tree when unattended. Leave a light on or a television on in the house to deter thieves. When out be aware of your surroundings…. Read more »
The Importance of Estate Documents
Why are estate documents important? The Florida legislature has given each competent, adult citizen basic tools to use to ensure that his/her legal wishes are enforceable in the event of… Read more »
Most Common Family Law Questions Answered
What does it mean that Florida is a “no fault” divorce state? Florida law states that if one of the spouses in a valid marriage feels that the marriage… Read more »