Category Archives: Alimony
Child Support Modification in Florida
There are several reasons why a parent may want modification to their child support. The parent paying the child support might have lost their job, gotten a new, lower paying job, or seen an increase in child expenses. The parent receiving the child support may seek an increase in child support because the child… Read More »
What are the Types of Alimony in Florida?
In the state of Florida, there are many different types of alimony one can be awarded after the end of a marriage. These types of alimony are dependent on a variety of circumstances including financial statuses and the amount of time the marriage was upheld. Florida alimony types vary and are important to know… Read More »
Alimony and Custody Laws Face Big Changes
2 years ago, a bill was introduced that would change alimony laws completely. Permanent alimony (monthly payments forever) would be completely removed, payments would decrease over time (eventually stopping altogether), short-term marriages would not be eligible for alimony at all, and several other changes. Critics cried foul, saying that the bill was especially harmful… Read More »
Get a Handle on Post-Divorce Finances Early
Divorce is, in many different ways, a hugely significant moment. It can quite literally set the stage for an entirely new chapter in life. Families split, property is divided, houses are moved out of and sold, and finances are divided and often garnished. The last example there is the theme of the post today:… Read More »
Rep. Grayson Not Taking Care of Family during Divorce, Wife Says
When people say that their divorce is “messy,” they generally mean it in the metaphorical sense. For Florida Rep. Alan Grayson, however, the term messy might just apply in both the metaphorical and literal senses. Alan Grayson’s wife, Lolita Grayson, is claiming that the congressman is being negligent in maintaining the house she shares… Read More »
Are Alimony Decisions Permanent?
Q: Since my divorce 5 years ago, my income has been cut rather significantly, and my ex-spouse’s has increased. Is it possible to get an alimony modification, or is the decision permanent? A: Well, fortunately, the short answer is yes, alimony can be modified, depending on what the court originally ordered. The long answer… Read More »