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answered on Oct 30, 2023
A court cannot force you to have health insurance on yourself. However, there are some exceptions to this general rule. For example, a court may order you to have health insurance if
you are a parent and must provide health insurance for your child as part of a child support order.... View More 
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answered on Oct 30, 2023
As long as you are asking about family court, you can be ordered to provide insurance for any children that you have. I do not think that you can be ordered to provide health insurance for yourself. There may be circumstances where you can be ordered to have life insurance to secure your child... View More
So my wife and I have been together 7 years. We have been great and she started this job at a hotel last year this is her first job. Over the last month I have found out about her having relations with her manager and also possibly another coworker. I would like to know if there is anyway I can go... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2023
I am a family attorney so I cannot give you advice on your rights to sue her employer. I can say that many companies frown upon this sort of behavior and if they are made aware of it, it could lead to both your wife and the coworkers to be terminated. Not sure if you want to do that, as when you... View More
I own property and am trying to sell it. I owe back child support however I am on a current payment arrangement for the reers and current that it owed. When selling the property can the state still hold a lean against my property when on an active payment arrangement
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
You do not mention if there is already a lien filed or if there is just the threat of a lien. If the lien is already filed there is probably nothing that you can do. Regardless, you need to be in touch with the agency that is enforcing the child support to confirm what will happen upon the sale of... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2023
Have you filed a Motion For Modification of child support based on the current time sharing arrangements?
The date of filing the motion is the date the modification would be retroactive after a hearing or modification agreement though if reached through agreement can vary.
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on the docket it says on the service that they were emailed to the defendant. i was told by the clerk that if the actual interrogatories were uploaded on the mycourtaccess.com they would be available for public viewing. the "service of interrogatories" is visible on the docket but... View More
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
It is normal to to only e-file the notice of service of interrogatories and send the actual interrogatories to the relevant party directly. Likewise it is proper to e-file a notice of service of answers and then send the actual answers to the party that served the interrogatories.
on the docket it says on the service that they were emailed to the defendant. i was told by the clerk that if the actual interrogatories were uploaded on the mycourtaccess.com they would be available for public viewing. the "service of interrogatories" is visible on the docket but... View More
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
To add to Mr. L's accurate response, e-filing is the mandatory method of participating in the case. Once a document is e-filed there is no obligation to also share it via some other method. To participate in the case you must have your email registered in the case for that purpose. And Yes,... View More
I have a court order in FL for my son who I coparent with his father. Our arrangement is 60/40 with me having majority and being his primary residence most of the year and for school. I am currently pregnant with my Fiance and Is first child, would this give me an option to redo that custody... View More
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
The legal standard is what is best for your child, not what is best for you and your fiancé. If the father does not agree then you must go to court to change the timesharing. There are many factors that the court has to consider. Florida wants a child to have meaningful contact with both parents.... View More
As a father I was awarded 100% custody of our two young children through a domestic violence injunction order. Mother responded with a petition for paternity. I wasn't able to afford legal representation for trial on September 29th and somewhat poorly represented myself and the interest of our... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2023
Technically, you should follow whatever the judge orders, even if it is verbal. The written order should match what was said verbally. If you have an issue with what you should do then you must return to court to ask for clarification. If you have concerns about the children missing school when... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2023
Check the date of the will. The will must be dated and signed by the testator (the person who made the will) and two witnesses. If the will is undated, it is not valid.
Look for any changes to the will. If the will has been changed, the changes must be initialed and dated by the testator... View More
My husband was arrested on 4, 3-4 year old arrest orders for child support purges. He is current on payments at this time as it has been getting taken out of his paychecks for atleast 5 years. We can not afford the purge amount or for him to serve the time in jail.
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answered on Oct 16, 2023
Yes, there may be something that can be done to have old child support purge orders dropped in Florida. You can pay the purge amount, file a motion to modify the purge order, or file a motion to quash the arrest warrant. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's... View More
My wife wants a divorce. She's cheated at least once and now with a high index of suspiscion a second time. She has a credit card with debt & may also have an auto loan with another man. Will her extramarital financial agreements impact her being awarded spousal support (alimony)?
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answered on Oct 16, 2023
In Florida, alimony is based on financial need and financial ability to pay. The legal issue regarding extramarital affairs during the marriage is focused on the money spent on the affair. You may be entitled to a credit for any monies that your spouse spent on the affair. The issue with a... View More
courts? Also, Is there someone a can talk with for legal advice only?
answered on Oct 13, 2023
Florida is a two-party consent state. As long as all parties to the phone conversation consented to be recorded, you may use the phone recordings as evidence. If not, the evidence must be excluded and you will be charged with a third-degree felony under Fla. Stat. 934.03.
They were never married, only had twins. I believe she will as for child support after we are married. Is there anyway to protect myself at all or should we not get married?
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answered on Oct 11, 2023
Unless you legally adopt the children you will have no legal obligation to them, child support or otherwise. As far as protections with your potential spouse, you can enter into a prenuptial agreement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
We were married in Dec 2012, he moved out in June 2016 and we saw him one time in June 2016 after that. He moved out and became an absent parent after DCF opened a case against him for substance use and the case was closed after he continued to refuse to take a drug test. And being absent until Dec... View More
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answered on Oct 9, 2023
You need to answer his petition for divorce and explain everything that has happened over the past several years. The court will order timesharing based on what is in the best interests of the children. It sounds like you can demonstrate that the father has not been involved in the lives of the... View More
She’s a green card holder. I’m a us citizen. The kids are citizens also. Can I.C.E. deport her and separate from kids? Does my 20% child custody go to 100% with her deported? What can I do as father and exhusband to help?
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answered on Oct 14, 2023
Aggravated battery against a pregnant woman is a serious offense and can be considered a crime of moral turpitude or an aggravated felony under immigration law. Green card holders convicted of such offenses are at risk of deportation. If she's deported, it may impact custody arrangements, but... View More
She’s a green card holder. I’m a us citizen. The kids are citizens also. Can I.C.E. deport her and separate from kids? Does my 20% child custody go to 100% with her deported? What can I do as father and exhusband to help?
answered on Oct 6, 2023
If she is convicted, she is likely at risk for deportation. She needs to schedule a consultation with an
immigration attorney, as well a consult with the attorney representing her in the criminal court regarding any chances to prevent conviction or other result that could lead to... View More
they split the bills and mortgage, both on the deed and note. One spouse moved and then served the papers. but is refusing to pay their half of the mortgage. Recently, the spouse that moved out has turned off internet, then took the modem.
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
In Florida, in many jurisdictions, there is a presumption that both parties should maintain the financial status quo after a divorce is filed. This means that each party should continue to pay what they have traditionally paid. There are exceptions to this. You must apply to the court for relief,... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2023
During a deposition, opposing counsel has broad latitude to ask questions related to the subject matter of the lawsuit. They can inquire about facts, statements, actions, or any other information that might reasonably lead to admissible evidence. However, they can't ask questions that are... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2023
That depends on whether your boyfriend has any relevant information regarding the divorce. Generally, they cannot ask about his finances. The deposition must occur in the county where your boyfriend lives. If opposing counsel's office meets that requirement then the deposition can be held... View More
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