We consider our pets family. Unfortunately, Florida state law says, when a couple divorces, pets are to be treated as property rather than children. Read about the process of equitable distribution and what you need to know about keeping your pet in a divorce.
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The Tampa-based family law attorneys at McCart & Tesmer put together a list of what you may incur during a family law case litigation. Feel free to refer to this blog as you navigate the family law case from the initial filing through the trial.
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Everyone benefits from estate planning, regardless of age, marital status, or income. Tis the season to make resolutions. Put estate planning at the top of your list.
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Some of Hollywood’s most entertaining stories are also the most misleading. This blog will explore legal scenarios from a few of our favorite movies and tell you what would happen if they took place in real life. Grab your popcorn.
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The amount of child support a parent may pay is one of the first questions typically asked during a family law consult for a divorce or paternity action. Unfortunately, the answer is “it depends”.
The Florida Legislature has provided guidelines from the amount of child support which should be paid for the support of a child based solely on the parent’s combined monthly net income. However, the calculation does not stop there. The child’s health insurance, uncovered medical cost, and day care expenses are all factored into the calculation as well as the parents’ timesharing schedule. The money a parent pays for the foregoing expenses and the more time a parent has with the child the less child support that parent will have to pay.
The Court will look at financial documents such as pay stubs, bank statements and tax returns to determine each parent’s relative income. Each parent will also be required to file a financial affidavit which provides a monthly snapshot of their income and expenses. All these documents and affidavits must reconcile.
Determining an accurate child support calculate is extremely important and should be reviewed by an attorney. The attorneys at McCart & Tesmer, P.A. are ready to assist in your family matter. For a free consultation please call (813) 498-2757 or email the firm at info@McCartTesmer.com.