There is a mechanics lien on my property (dated 1992) - what should I do?

Before you think about settling or paying anything you need to consult with an attorney who specializes in mechanics lien matters. For one thing,...

How long do I have to give the Dissolution of Marriage paperwork to my spouse for an uncontested divorce after I notarize it?

Ms. Demapan and Ms. Gerber are correctly pointing out that until a law suit is filed there are no time requirements, either for you or for your...

What is the precedent for asking a judge to reword a temporary order?

Ms. Demapan correctly refers to a Motion for Clarification when it comes to having proper reference to whom the parties the judge was referring. ...

Bank account levy garnished 3 days later the money is gone. No bank levy notice

The money is not gone. The bank is holding it awaiting a court order telling it what to do--either pay the money to the creditor or release the...

No financial help

A Motion for Temporary Relief. In my county you must have a mediation before the court will give you a hearing time; it may be different where you...

Is it safe to open a new bank account while my existing bank has a bank levy / garnishment on it from a collection agency .

I agree with Mr. Nachbar. Opening up another account means you may be right back where you are now down the road. Consider using cash to buy a...

Tenant eviction

I have to defer to Ms. Salcines' estimate for the time the process takes in Broward as I do not handle eviction matters there. In Palm Beach, I...

If someone is self employed and shows minimal income on paper can child support be based on lifestyle versus income they show?

Attorney Drabin is absolutely correct. But, there is a but.....fees for the services of a forensic accountant can match those of an attorney. In...

Ould this dissolve my marriage/be just reason for divorce?

Florida is a "no fault" state when it comes to grounds to justify a divorce. If you feel that the marriage is irretrievably broken, that will be...

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Family member threatening to lie to the IRS about me lying on tax return if I do not give them money. Should I worry?

We have no control over who our family members are; we get to choose our friends. You can't worry, but let the "family" member know that the...