After the late nights and the suspicious excuses, the truth has finally come out – your partner has been having an affair. It’s devastating to discover that your spouse has lied to you, either directly or through silence. The trust that you’ve built together has been...
Divorce
Common Divorce Myths Exposed
How many times have you heard that 50% of marriages end in divorce? I bet you’ve also heard that the divorce rate is on the rise. Both of these statements are actually false. There are so many myths surrounding divorce. Here are some of the most common I come across...
Divorce: The End? Or Just the Beginning?
While divorce is indeed, by definition, the dissolution of a marriage, we know that divorce is most often associated with negative matters such as fighting, division of assets, alimony, and – if there are children involved – custody issues. However, there is a silver...
Avoid Negative Social Media Posts When Going Through Divorce
If you are in the middle of a tumultuous divorce, you may want to tell the world all about it through your social media accounts. It is tempting — and easy — to share the bitter details of your split with just the push of a button, but you need to take a step back...
Couples Seek To Have Divorces Annulled May Be Denied By Courts
Most people have heard of having a marriage annulled. However, many people are not aware that spouses also choose to have their divorce annulled. It does happen, but in some states, the request to set aside a divorce judgement may not be granted. In Florida, couples...
Palm Beach Couple’s Prenup Settlement Serves as Lesson
The South Florida divorce case of 87-year-old Martin Zelman, an affluent businessman suffering from dementia, and his wife, Lois, has finally reached a settlement. Mr. Zelman’s attorneys, along with his children from a previous marriage, have agreed to pay Zelman’s...
Florida Couple’s Divorce Plays Out Like a Scene from The War of the Roses
Residents in an upscale Florida neighborhood are very worried about their 69-year-old neighbor who has been living on his million dollar front lawn since March. The concerned citizens have repeatedly asked local authorities to intercede in the months-long dispute...
7 Ways to Make the Holidays Easier for Divorced Parents and their Children
Like it or not, the holidays are just around the corner. If you are a divorced parent, the word “holiday” may send chills up your spine. The season can be a tricky time for exes and their children. So how can you stay conflict-free as you delicately navigate through...
Former Petroleum Executive Owes Ex-Wife Millions Due to Delay in Stock Transfer
A Florida judge ruled in a favor of Ashley Kozel, ex-wife of former Gulf Keystone Petroleum CEO Todd Kozel, after her attorneys argued the stock she was owed from their divorce settlement was not transferred to her when required, affecting the stock’s worth. She was...
Palm Beach County Couple’s Divorce Dispute Has $425 Million At Stake
Sarah Pursglove, Boca Raton businesswoman, could get $212 million if her divorce from Robert Oesterlund ends in her favor. In addition to being married for 16 years, the couple were business partners that amassed great wealth running their online businesses. Their...
