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Does Adultery Affect a Divorce in Florida

October 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 their initial divorce consultation asking, “Does it matter that my spouse is cheating on me?” The short answer is no.

By Paul E Rice, Jr. - Board Certified Divorce Attorney

Labor Department Announces Changes to FLSA White Collar Overtime Exemption Rules

October 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 for each hour worked and to provide overtime pay at the rate of time-and-a-half for any hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week, with certain exemptions.

By Rice Law

An Important Condominium Issue To Be Aware Of – Florida Statute 718.110(13)

October 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. However, not everyone shares this vision.

By Matthew Shapiro

Florida Supreme Court Upholds Validity of Prenuptial Agreement

September 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 thereafter, including any enhancement of property titled in husband’s name that was acquired or enhanced during the marriage with marital labor or earnings.

By Paul E Rice, Jr. - Board Certified Divorce Attorney

Employee Handbook

August 7, 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 expectations and describes what an employee can expect from their employer.

By Rice Law

Let’s Talk About That Mortgage!

July 6, 2015

Equitable distribution is a mouthful that describes the division of the parties' marital assets and liabilities during a divorce. We divorce lawyers aim to protect our clients' assets. We also help divide up what has been accumulated during the marriage- the cars, the boats, the furniture, the bank accounts, the pensions, IRAs, jewelry, collections and electronics!

By Elizabeth King

Tenants in Foreclosure

July 2, 2015

It is the nightmare of every tenant. You pay rent, don’t cause any trouble, and suddenly you learn that the property you live in is going through a foreclosure. Worse yet, some tenants do not become aware of the foreclosure until after it is completed and the new owner expects them to vacate the property. The question becomes, how fast must a tenant relocate?

By Matthew Shapiro

Does the Homeowners Association Have Teeth?

May 4, 2015

A Homeowners Association, also known as an “HOA,” is an interesting creature of statute. When an individual buys a property governed by an HOA they automatically become a member of the association and their property is subject to the restrictions set forth in the Declaration of Covenants.

By Matthew Shapiro

Parental Responsibility

April 27, 2015

Under the dissolution of marriage statute in the state of Florida, when the parties have minor children, one of the first matters that must be decided and made part of what is called the Parenting Plan, is parental responsibility for their children.

By Philip J. Bonamo, Esq. - Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Law Attorney

Unmarried Parenting Plans

April 20, 2015

According to a recent poll cited in the New York Times, marriage is disappearing. More than 40 per cent of new mothers are unmarried. Many young adults find themselves drifting into parenthood unintentionally.

By Elizabeth King

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