The answer to your question is not that simple. In a divorce the starting point for division of property is 50/50. However, there are many factors that can change that. For example, since you have been separated for four years I am assuming that you have not paid anything towards the house for the... View More

A home purchased during the marriage is typically considered marital property subject to equitable distribution, regardless of whose name is on the deed. The percentage you are entitled to receive is determined during the divorce process based on various factors. If your husband made mortgage... View More

Whether you are entitled to half the proceeds from a house bought during your marriage, even if you are not on the deed, depends heavily on the laws of your specific state.

Some states are "community property" states. In these states, assets acquired during the marriage are... View More

Are You Entitled to Half the Proceeds? Yes, generally—If the home was purchased during the marriage with marital funds, it is a marital asset, and you likely have a claim to half of the equity. However, if your husband purchased the house with non-marital funds (such as an inheritance) and can... View More

If your agreement says that he can claim one child then you should just sign the form. You will lose this issue in court. You will create even more trouble if you claim both children on your taxes. If you want to change things based on new circumstances then you must return to court on a... View More

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week, and April 3rd is right around the corner. You've probably already been searching on your own by now. You could supplement your efforts with the "Find a Lawyer" tab above or the attorney referral... View More

Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney. If you are no longer with the spouse through whom you acquired your conditional permanent resident status or intend to file as a battered spouse, then USCIS will accept your untimely Form I-751 without you... View More

If you do not file Form I-751, you will automatically lose your permanent resident status and may become removable from the United States. However, if you missed the filing deadline due to reasons beyond your control, you can submit your I-751 late along with a written explanation requesting that... View More

First an employee being subjected to this behavior should contact the company human resources department or officers and report in writing the offensive conduct. You should look for and ask for employee manual or handbook. If no HR, then report to the management and higher ranking officers. If you... View More

If you suffered injury from medical treatment as described, then you may just have 2 years under Florida law to claim from the date you knew there was damage. The set up by a medical technician etc will still be subject to a standard of reasonable care within that profession. Thus, you should... View More

An apartment owner has a legal duty to protect any person that is rightfully on the premises from criminal attacks that are foreseeable. A criminal attack would be foreseeable if the apartment building was located in an area that experienced crime of this type in the past. If so and the building... View More

Yes, you can sue the apartment complex/landlord. The non-working security cameras are a huge red flag and will likely impart liability on the landlord. If other similar crimes have occurred in the complex, this will further show the landlord knew of the danger and failed to protect the occupants... View More

Negligent security is a real and recognized claim under florida law. These facts suggest the claim is worth consulting a lawyer. The property had a duty here to exercise reasonable care, and if there's a history of violent crime that would have required heightened security, cameras,... View More

Florida Statute Section 720.304(2)(a) allows you to fly up to two (2) flags that are no larger than 4.5' x 6'. They can be a US flag, Florida flag, POW-MIA flag, first responder flag, or any US military flag. The 20' flagpole is the maximum height allowed. This has been a Florida... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

Whichever lender filed their security instrument first has priority unless there is an executed subordination agreement recorded. Hire a FL to search the title and determine your title's exact status. Such a so called "HEI" mortgage is almost always second or third in priority, as... View More

You are asking two separate questions, legally.

You have no legal responsibility to house your younger brother.

Regarding the lease, tell the landlord that you are canceling. Do not take possession of the property. You may lose any deposit that may have been made. Speak with a local... View More

You may have a claim for damages under a theory of tortious business interference. To establish a claim for tortious interference with a business relationship in Florida, a plaintiff must demonstrate the existence of a business relationship, the defendant's knowledge of that relationship,... View More

You may pursue a claim for construction defects and other causes of action that may apply. However, you must first comply with the pre-suit process under the statute which requires that a notice and opportunity to repair be provided to the contractor. Chapter 558 specifies "the notice of claim... View More

Sorry to hear about this incident that is worrying you. First, you currently have a lawyer - your APD (Asst. Public Defender), with whom you should discuss these concerns. That discussion might alleviate your concerns. If you have doubts about your lawyer's competence and/or veracity, you... View More

Sorry, had typo in my previously-posted answer: Second line from bottom "ability to remove one for cause...." should read "ability to remove any for cause...."