The Divorce Numbers in Florida

Divorce Lawyer Miami 1In 2009, Divorces in the state of Florida were at an all-time low in approximately forty years. However, this changed in 2014. In fact, Florida is the fifth highest state in divorce with over 13.1 percent of residents filing for divorce. But, what is driving higher divorce rates in Florida than other areas of the country?

Unemployment

Divorces often decrease with unemployment simply because couples cannot afford to get divorced while unemployed. However, as the unemployment rates in Florida slowly decrease, the divorce rates also increase. read more

5 Ways to Protect Yourself During a Divorce

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Divorces can be messy. Unfortunately, all too often one spouse can be completely shocked by the process as well as the behavior that can come from the other partner.

From going over financial information to dividing assets, there is a lot to consider. There are, however, ways you can protect yourself during a divorce, and more importantly, ways you can ensure your best interests are kept in mind during the process.

Finances During DivorceProtecting Your Finances In A Divorce

Finances are one of the biggest hassles to divide and conquer in a divorce. You may be proactive about your finances during your marriage, but that shouldn’t stop just because you are getting divorced. In fact, you should be more proactive. read more

Increased Divorce Rates Expected During Holiday Season

Increased Divorce Rates Expected During Holiday SeasonThe holidays are just around the corner from Thanksgiving dinner parties to holiday shopping to the cold, snowy weather, this time of year can be incredibly stressful. So, it is no surprise that the holiday season is also one of the peaks for divorce. While January is the highest month for divorces, the problems start before the holidays.

Why January Sees the Most Divorce Filings

Couples often start having issues before the holiday season even begins, but for the sake of their families (especially their children), they often hold out and endure the holidays before announcing their decision. Thus, why January sees such a jump in divorce filings. read more