Blog Posts in 2012
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Posted on May 17, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Getting divorced is never easy, especially when children are involved. Figuring out how much child support to pay, how to pay it and for how long can be stressful for both parties. In the most extreme ...
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Posted on May 16, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
News sources say that citations were written for both football star Deion Sanders and his wife last month. When police arrived at their home in Texas, they found that both Sanders and his wife were ...
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Posted on May 15, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Do you think that your spouse is going to ask you for a divorce in Florida? If so, you should consider seeking legal counsel now, even before the papers have been served. You are certain to have tons ...
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Posted on May 10, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
In 2011, a new statute was enacted in the state of Florida that impacts alimony payments. The Florida Alimony Statute became effective in July of 2011 and it slightly changed existent spousal support ...
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Posted on May 9, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
If you are a victim of domestic violence , you may be wondering where you can turn for help to put an end to the abuse once and for all. Whether you are being abused physically or emotionally, a man ...
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Posted on May 8, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Actress Mena Suvari recently spoke with news sources about her recent divorce as well as being a two-time divorcee by the age of 33. Suvari, best-known for her roles in "American Pie" and ...
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Posted on May 3, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Getting a divorce is never easy, especially knowing how expensive it can be. If you are considering getting a divorce, there are several financial steps you should take to protect your bank account in ...
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Posted on May 2, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Media outlets say that a former TV star was detained last week on suspicion of domestic violence against his ex-girlfriend. According to the police report for the case, Lane Garrison was arrested for ...
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Posted on May 1, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
News sources say that the wife of a famous American painter is seeking a restraining order against his girlfriend. Since the passing of her husband, Thomas Kinkade, earlier this year, the wife has ...
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Posted on Apr 26, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
One Republican senator is pushing for new legislation that could require some parents to submit to drug testing. After speaking with a concerned constituent, Senator M.C. has drafted new legislation ...
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Posted on Apr 25, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Another Hollywood couple has filed for divorce months after announcing their separation. Marc Anthony filed for divorce in a Los Angeles, California court last week, citing irreconcilable differences ...
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Posted on Apr 24, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
While men and women are fighting for our country, they are sometimes denied child custody rights due to their involvement in the service. The Pentagon is working to pass a new law that would give ...
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Posted on Apr 19, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
News sources recently reported that Levi Johnston currently owes thousands of dollars to the mother of his first child while his current girlfriend is expecting another child. If Levi Johnston is ...
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Posted on Apr 18, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Domestic violence crisis centers in New Hampshire reported an increase in victims seeking help last year. All of the centers combined saw 16,000 men, women, and children come through their doors ...
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Posted on Apr 17, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
The case of a woman found beaten to death in her own home has continued to elude police. While a note was left behind by the killer, police in southern California do not yet have a suspect in custody. ...
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Posted on Apr 12, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
The case of a teenage boy shot and killed unarmed has made national headlines. Although the police have not charged the man who shot him, news agencies are conducting their own research into the ...
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Posted on Apr 11, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
In order to meet the rising demand of recently divorced individuals, one company has decided to hold a divorce expo. The two-day event is being held in New York City and promises to bring industry ...
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Posted on Apr 10, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
With tax season in full swing, you may be realizing the implications of asking for alimony during your divorce . If you are the recipient of alimony, you are likely to be taxed on the payments that ...
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Posted on Apr 5, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
A domestic violence dispute ended in death last week in the state of Florida and according to reports police officers were forced to shoot a teenage boy who charged at them with a knife. Law ...
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Posted on Apr 4, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
A football player that just signed a new deal with the New York Jets is being petitioned for larger child support payments. Santonio Holmes, the wide receiver for the Jets, is being asked to pay even ...
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Posted on Apr 3, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Recently, a man sentenced to life in prison was informed that his wife wanted to terminate their marriage say news sources. H.M., an engineer for Cobb County, received news of his divorce just one ...
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Posted on Mar 29, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Texan lawmakers have decided to address paternity-related conflicts in the state by passing Senate Bill 785. Before the bill was passed, men could only request a paternity test before they had been ...
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Posted on Mar 28, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
An important issue is going through the U.S. Senate and has raised tempers on both sides of the political spectrum. A group of Democratic senators is trying to renew a program that will protect ...
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Posted on Mar 27, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
Going through a divorce is difficult for just about everyone. Whether you are ending your marriage amicably or painfully, you are likely to experience a wide variety of emotions. Rather than try to go ...
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Posted on Mar 22, 2012 By Jacksonville Family Lawyer
In addition to monetary and physical assets, a divorcing couple must also consider the division of retirement plans. When one or both spouses are in the military, this can become more difficult. Since ...
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