We read almost daily about the negative impact of social media on children — cyberbullying, defriending, sexting —- is there anything positive to be said? The good news answer is yes, according to some research. According to one study, 52 percent of teens using social media reported it as a benefit to their friendships. Reassuringly, only...
Florida has recently joined the lone state of Ohio in allowing lawyers to advertise and solicit prospective new clients by text. The Florida Bar’s decision to allow text solicitation of prospective new business came as a surprise to many lawyers and non-lawyers alike. In the past, the Florida Bar has often adopted a “just say no”...
Many police departments across the state are adopting the usage of body cameras worn by police officers during the performance of their duties. This practice raises interesting and important questions about the privacy rights of individuals being videotaped by police officers. Are there any restrictions on when and where police officers can make these recordings?...
When do you reach the finish line in a divorce? Many people might say it’s the day of your divorce hearing after the judge has signed your decree. It’s true that this is a huge milestone. You’re officially divorced and the agreement between you and your ex-spouse is now legally binding. But please don’t stop...
As discussed in prior blogs, there is no such thing as a “custody fight” in divorce under current Florida divorce law. The goal instead is to promote a quality time sharing for both parents with their children. That said, time sharing can still be a stubborn hot button for many divorcing parents. The good news...
Are you going through a divorce or contemplating a divorce? If so, I’d advise you to be careful about what you send in text messages to your future ex-spouse. In this high-tech era, text messages can be used in court as evidence during divorce proceedings. But here’s the thing: It’s really easy to dash off...
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