Florida Court Rules Only One Parent Needs to Consent to Surgery on Child
Fri, May 27, 2016
In what appears to be a case of first impression, a Florida Appellate Court recently ruled that state law only requires one parent to sign off on surgery for a child. The divorcing parents were separated and had equal custody rights to their children... Read More
In What County Will My Lawsuit Be Filed?
Mon, Mar 14, 2016
When someone believes they have been harmed they often turn to the judicial system for a remedy. But what happens if the potential defendant lives in another location? Although a person's first inclination may be to seek out the help of an attorney i... Read More
How to Choose the Best Divorce Lawyer in Daytona Beach or Volusia County
Thu, Jan 28, 2016
Choosing a lawyer these days is much different than it used to be. Back in the day, communities were smaller and there were less lawyers from which to choose. Most people in town knew the names of the best lawyers or knew who to ask to find the names... Read More
Primer on Government in the State of Florida
Tue, Dec 29, 2015
Primer on Government: Florida has several layers of government. Below is the basic make up. Federal Government: Florida has two United States Senators of the 100 total, Bill Nelson (D) and Marco Rubio (R). Florida has 27 United States Congressmen of ... Read More
Does Adultery Affect a Divorce in Florida
Wed, Oct 28, 2015
As a divorce attorney with over 30 years of experience, I can tell you first hand that marital infidelity is the number one cause for the breakup of marriages. While a researcher might say my evidence is anecdotal, client after client appears for the... Read More
Labor Department Announces Changes to FLSA White Collar Overtime Exemption Rules
Tue, Oct 27, 2015
On June 30, 2015 the Department of Labor “DOL” released their long awaited proposed rule changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act or “FLSA” white collar overtime exemptions. The FLSA requires most employers to pay their employees at least minimum wage... Read More
An Important Condominium Issue To Be Aware Of - Florida Statute 718.110(13)
Wed, Oct 14, 2015
For some people the purchase of a condominium unit signifies a change in lifestyle. They are moving from their detached home with its lawn and frequent maintenance to a relatively care free unit often overlooking the ocean, a river, or a golf course... Read More
Florida Supreme Court Upholds Validity of Prenuptial Agreement
Fri, Sep 11, 2015
In an opinion released on September 10, 2015, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the provisions of a prenuptial agreement were broad enough to waive a wife’s claim to any assets owned by husband at the time of the agreement or acquired in his name ... Read More
Employee Handbook
Fri, Aug 07, 2015
An employee handbook is an important communication tool between an employer and their employees. Every employer, no matter the size, should consider implementing an employee handbook. A thorough and well written handbook sets forth the employer’s exp... Read More
