The new legislation signed into law on July 1, 2023, not only affects alimony and timesharing; it also changes the law regarding support for dependent adult children. A dependent adult child is an unmarried adult who cannot support him/herself as a result of a physical or mental incapacity...
Good Dad Act: Unmarried Dads Get Easier Route To Formalize Fatherhood
A new law in Florida makes it easier for unmarried fathers to be legally recognized as the child's parent, with all the rights and responsibilities that come with it. Previously, unmarried fathers had to go through a lengthy and expensive process to establish paternity in court. But the new law,...
Bankruptcy Does Not Mean You Become Debt Free
Some people mistakenly believe that after they file for bankruptcy, their debts are wiped clean and they get a completely fresh start. Unfortunately, the federal bankruptcy code is not that kind. If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the majority of your debt will be cleared away, but there are...
Understanding the Similarities and Differences Between SSDI and SSI
You may have heard of disability benefits, though you may have questions regarding the regulatory maze that disabled individuals must work through to obtain them. A major area of confusion is the distinction between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplementary Security Income (SSI). Both programs are administered through the...
Social Security Disability Versus Veterans Disability Benefits
If you served our country and suffered a serious injury during combat, or developed a debilitating injury or condition after being discharged, you may be tempted to pursue both Social Security and veterans’ disability benefits. It is quite common for veterans to have claims going on simultaneously. You can receive...
Is a Short Sale Right for You? Understanding the Law
If you are under water on your mortgage (i.e. you owe more than the house is actually worth) and you are having difficulty making monthly mortgage payments, you may want to consider a short sale. This type of sale may benefit you in the long-run by avoiding a hit to...
Student Loans and Why They are Not Dischargeable in Bankruptcy
Imagine the following scenario: You have hit financial trouble and are contemplating bankruptcy to help get your financial house in order. You hope that bankruptcy will provide some respite from your financial follies and/or staggering debts. Unfortunately, this is not the case if you owe student loans. If you are...
Filing a Counterclaim in a Foreclosure Proceeding
Every year, hundreds of people and companies are sued on debts and delinquent mortgages. Some of these actions are, of course, legitimate and very much actionable. However, plenty of others are false, fabricated, and bring about a lot of unnecessary physical and financial stress and anxiety for the affected parties....
Understanding Frozen Assets in Bankruptcy
When someone files for bankruptcy, they may think they will literally lose everything to creditors. They have nightmares of wages garnished to the point where they will not be able to to put food on their plate. This is simply not accurate. In fact, in many cases, your personal bank...
Zombie Foreclosures and the Rights You Have When Faced with a Foreclosure Notice
In Florida, and across the country, many homeowners faced with a foreclosure notice pack up and just desert the home under the assumption that the bank will take over the property and sell it to someone else. However, after the 2008 real estate crash, many banks were confronted with thousands...