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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Alimony and Child Support in Florida? If you’ve gone through a divorce or paternity case and were awarded?alimony?or?child support, you may be wondering what happens if your ex-spouse or co-parent files for bankruptcy. Can they erase their financial obligations to you? How does the type of bankruptcy they file impact your support payments? The short answer:?Alimony and child support are protected under federal bankruptcy laws—but some critical distinctions depend on the type of bankruptcy filed. Martin Hoffman, Esq. outlines how bankruptcy can impact alimony and/or child support in this article: https://lnkd.in/ebrBMwkV

"Do I have a case"? Medical malpractice is complicated, confusing and hard to navigate. After 40 years of handling medical malpractice cases throughout Florida, we've assembled the five most common misconceptions we hear, and why they shouldn’t stop you from seeking justice.

New Year, New Laws in Florida We have compiled a list of laws that have gone into effect as of 1/1/2025. *And one critical Federal law that will impact all seniors.

Parenting plans?are the cornerstone of co-parenting after a divorce or separation, ensuring the child’s best interests are met while minimizing potential conflicts between parents. While most parenting plans cover the basics, like time-sharing schedules and holiday arrangements, many overlook critical details that can significantly impact a child’s upbringing. A thorough parenting plan goes beyond custody schedules to address extracurricular activities, education, healthcare, and more. Martin L. Hoffman, Esq. taps into his 40+ years representing Florida's families in this article, demonstrating that, in fact, the devil is in the details.

This post has been updated for 2024. It seems that another one pops up as fast as we are alerted to a new type of scam.??It is the scammer’s version of Whack-A-Mole. We?wrote about Holiday scams?last December, but 2024 is proving even more challenging.?The?FBI’s 2022 Internet Crimes Report?showed that Americans lost $281 million to internet scams, including online shopping and “non-delivery” schemes, that generally spike during the holiday season. Some of the scammer’s favorite scams are listed below. Enjoy this holiday season, but PLEASE be careful! The Most Common Holiday Season Scams Edited for 2024: ?AI Scams: My friend, an intelligent professional, received a call from her grandson, who sounded terrified. He told her that he was attacked, his wallet stolen, and he desperately needed her to wire funds so he could get home. She did not doubt that she was speaking with her grandson. She was about to send the funds but decided to call her grandson’s phone from her office phone. Yes, he was fine, but she was shaken as she said the voice was identical. These deepfakes are terrifyingly realistic,?so please verify them before acting. QR Codes on Parking Meters: To learn more...click here: https://lnkd.in/euQMWAYZ

Florida family law is no stranger to change, and child support calculations are no exception. If you’re navigating a divorce or parenting agreement, you’ll want to understand the recent shifts in Florida’s child support rules and what they mean for you and your children. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, we prioritize guiding families through complex legal waters, and we’re here to break down these new changes in a straightforward and relevant way.

Divorce is never easy, and while you might be ready to tackle the tough conversations, some questions linger in the back of your mind—questions that feel too uncomfortable to ask. You’re not alone.?Many people hesitate to raise these concerns, worried about the answers or unsure how they’ll be perceived. But these questions can make or break your case, protect your future, and give you peace of mind. Here, we dive into the seven questions most people are afraid to ask—but need to—before taking the next step in a contested divorce.

Martin L. Hoffman, Esq separates myth from facts when it relates to child custody in Florida.

This was a significant change to Florida's approach to shared custody and is impacting families as work with our seasoned Family Law attorneys in drafting, or updating, their family plan.