A man got the shock of his life in 2011 when he brought his computer in for service by the Geek Squad and ended up being charged with possession of child pornography. Luckily for him, a federal judge tossed out the evidence as inadmissible. As you can imagine, an...
Federal prosecutors will be seeking tougher drug sentences
Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a policy memo last Friday directing U.S. Attorneys to seek the harsh, mandatory minimum sentences available under federal drug laws. Previously, Obama-era Attorney General Eric Holder had urged federal prosecutors to avoid the...
What does mediation have to offer in divorce? Privacy, creativity
If you're going through a divorce in Florida, the judge assigned to your case may urge you -- or require you -- to try to settle your issues of disagreement through mediation before you ask the judge to decide them. The reason is that the Florida courts encourage the...
4 necessary steps that protect your retirement after a divorce
If you've recently concluded divorce proceedings, you're probably ready to put the turmoil behind you and move on in a more positive way. You're almost there! There are just a few crucial steps left to wrap things up -- and don't skip them. These action items will...
What may custody of the children look like following divorce?
Determining who gets to keep the children is one of the biggest sticking points during a divorce proceeding in Florida. Unfortunately, fighting over child custody can take a toll on both parents emotionally. It can also be burdensome for the children involved, no...
