Jacobs Law FIrm

Marriages can be the most beautiful thing in the world, or the worst, depending on who you ask, but the truth is, that divorces are becoming increasingly common. In Florida, the divorce rate is among the highest in the U.S. at 13%, and it isn’t decreasing anytime soon. But why is that the case?   Since the adoption of the no-fault laws in divorce, in which couples can divorce if they just wish to do so, divorcing has never been easier. Because divorce has important legal consequences, it is not a decision to make lightly, so in this article, we’ll go over some of the main reasons why couples choose to divorce, often leading to a costly court battle. These main reasons are:   1. Infidelity : this isn’t a shock to learn, since infidelity can be a breach of trust that leads to feelings of hurt, anger, and betrayal. Infidelity has always been a thing, but now it may be more prominent than ever mostly because of social media, and the rise of certain tendencies among young...

The evolution of family law in Florida refers to a changing order of societal norms and values. Family Law governs issues that arise within the context of families, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and even domestic violence. Over time, this legal system has adapted to reflect the changing nature of families and the issues that they face.   Florida’s family law statutes are codified in Title VI of the Florida Statutes and have undergone significant changes over the past century, with the inclusion of laws enacted as well as old ones amended to reflect changes in the time’s family dynamics.   One of the most significant changes in these laws was the introduction of no-fault divorce in 1971. Before this, a divorce could only be granted if one of the parties was found to be at fault, meaning guilty of something such as adultery or cruelty. But since the introduction of no-fault couples can get divorced without having to prove fault. This was a major change as i...