Tag Archives: equitable distribution
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Florida family courts consider many factors in determining appropriate child support or alimony awards. If there is a difference in the financial resources and employment capabilities between the spouses, the high earner will be required to provide financial help for a set period of time. In child support arrangements, the court expects both parents to… Read More »
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Buying auto insurance does not mean you plan to be in an accident. Installing a smoke alarm in your house does not mean you expect it to burn down. Getting an annual check-up does not mean you are convinced that cancer is just around the corner. So why are so many spouses-to-be afraid that asking… Read More »
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Divorcing couples do not always understand what equitable distribution of marital assets means under Florida statutes. In the view of the court, both people in a marriage make contributions to establishing and running the household, and each should come away with a fair share of the assets. The goal is to give both parties the… Read More »