Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Do I Need To Prove Fault In A Florida Divorce Case?
In short, NO, you do not need to prove that a party was responsible for the breakdown of the marital relationship to get a divorce in Florida. For divorce in other states, it is necessary to provide reasons for ending the marriage, such as adultery, cruelty, or abandonment. Under Florida’s divorce statute, the person… Read More »
How Do Florida Divorce Laws Affect Business Owners?
Distribution of property is one of the key issues that most couples will face when going through Florida divorce, and the basic premise of state law is relatively straightforward. Under Florida’s statute on property division, all marital assets are divided according to the interests of fairness. The same principles apply to any debts that… Read More »
Can A Separation Help My Marriage?
You and your spouse have been fighting a lot lately. Things have been getting worse but you’re not sure if divorce is the answer. It would be nice if there was something you could do rather than stay in the same house with your spouse. Unlike many other states, Florida does not offer an… Read More »
How Divorce Affects Adult Children
When you think of children of divorce, you may imagine kids under the age of 18. The truth is that children of divorce can be any age. With gray divorces on the rise, children may be in their 20s or 30s. They may be in college or married with children of their own. They… Read More »
Are You Burned Out With Your Marriage?
We all go into a marriage hoping that things will work out forever, but that is not always the case. Marriage takes a lot of work and when it takes too much effort, it can be exhausting. When a person gets overly exhausted, they tend to get burned out. This burnout, if not remedied,… Read More »
Does Polyamory Lead To Divorce?
When you got married, you vowed to a life of monogamy. After all, sleeping with someone else besides your husband or wife would be cheating. Unless, of course, you and your spouse were in an open marriage. Polyamory, swinging, “consensual nonmonogamy” — these are all terms for sleeping with other people while married. But… Read More »
What Challenges Will You Face When Divorcing A Spouse With Mental Illness?
Even though we have made great strides as a society when it comes to mental health, there is still a stigma surrounding it. Those with mental health issues are seen as scary or dangerous. Or maybe they’re just faking it for attention. When a person listens to their doctor and takes medication as prescribed,… Read More »
Can You Prevent Infidelity In Your Marriage?
One of the biggest deal breakers that people have in a relationship is cheating. Infidelity is looked down upon because it’s something that can be prevented. Plus, it breaks the trust in a marriage. The relationship may never be the same. Infidelity is more common than you might think, affecting close to half of… Read More »
When Postpartum Depression Affects Your Marriage
Having a baby is supposed to be a wonderful time. It’s supposed to be a time full of excitement as you and your spouse navigate parenthood. Unfortunately, though, many women experience postpartum depression (PPD) after giving birth. New fathers may experience it as well, So can adoptive parents, although it is not as common…. Read More »
How To Keep Your Marriage Strong
We all get married with the intent of staying married forever, but that is not always the case. Close to half of all marriages end in divorce. There is no guarantee that your marriage will last. You never know what life will bring. However, being ready to tend to matters along the way can… Read More »