Monthly Archives: June 2026
Florida Case Examines Errors in Alimony Awards
Alimony is one of the most contested issues in Florida divorce cases. The court has to strike a balance between the financial needs of one spouse and the other spouse’s financial capacity to pay. The court’s misapplication of the law or incorrect financial calculations can lead to an appeal against its decision. In this… Read More »
A Landmark Florida Case on Contested Paternity Rights
Disputes over paternity can involve a myriad of legal issues, especially when a biological father seeks to establish his parental rights despite opposition from the child’s mother. Over the years, Florida has recognized the need to establish a child’s parentage, not only for emotional and family reasons but also for legal purposes, including child… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Case Clarifies Attorney’s Fee Awards in Divorce Cases
Divorce tends to be expensive. In situations where one spouse has considerably more earning power than the other, the Florida courts can see fit to require the higher-earning spouse to pay the other spouse’s legal fees. This is intended to guarantee that each spouse has the opportunity for competent and skilled representation in the… Read More »
Imputing Income in Florida Divorce Cases: What Courts Require Before Increasing Support Obligations
In many Florida divorce and support cases, a spouse is likely to claim that they earn far less than their potential to earn. Such a reduction in earning capacity will have a direct effect on how much alimony and child support should be awarded. The Florida legal system tries to address such situations using… Read More »
