- DivorcePreparing and Filing All Divorce Paperwork: Depending on the type of divorce you are filing for—e.g., a “simplified dissolution of marriage,†regular dissolution, uncontested divorce, contested divorce, etc.—there are various forms you must file. These include special forms for simple divorces, petitioner/respondent forms, marital settlement agreements, child custody and support forms, and more. Our attorneys can help you prepare your divorce petition and complete/submit all necessary and appropriate paperwork.
- Child SupportThe state views child support as an obligation on both parents to provide for their children’s care, maintenance, education, health, and wellbeing. Child support is awarded based on Florida’s “Child Support Guidelines.†The actual amount each parent must pay depends on a variety of factors, such as each parent’s individual income, the custody/parenting time arrangement in place, and the number of children the two parents share. Note that the court has the right to deviate from the Child Support Guidelines, but it rarely does.
- Child Custody and VisitationThe soonest a divorce can be finalized after a petition is filed is 20 days in Florida or 30 days in Alabama. However, if the divorce is contested, the process will likely take longer. If the issues to be resolved are particularly challenging to work out, such as a high-conflict child custody battle or a dispute over complex marital property issues, a trial may be necessary to resolve the matter, and it normally takes several months to properly prepare a case for trial.
- Premarital AgreementPrenuptial agreements (or “prenups†) are contracts signed by two parties before they marry. The purpose of a prenup is to determine how the couple’s various assets, properties, and liabilities will be divided in the event that they divorce.
- Spousal SupportIf you need to get out of the marriage, do not let worries like this prevent you from filing for divorce. Early in the divorce process, the judge normally issues temporary orders which require the parties to maintain the status quo regarding bank accounts, credit cards, etc. This way neither party can freeze the other out of the joint finances or gain an edge by selling a car or home or making a major purchase. The judge can also make temporary orders for child custody and spousal support and topics such as who can use the family home while the divorce is pending. Share your concerns with your family law attorney to make sure the appropriate court orders get put in place.
- DUI/DWIIn the United States, someone dies from a drunk driving-related accident every 45 minutes. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 11,000 people died in drunk driving crashes in 2020, marking a 14% increase in impaired driving fatalities from the previous year.
- Wrongful DeathWhen a death occurs because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, the surviving family members suddenly find themselves faced with immediate expenses and a future of financial uncertainty, coupled with the pain, frustration, anger, and other emotions that come from losing a loved one in a needless, preventable tragedy. The Pensacola, FL wrongful death lawyers at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, P.A. understand the difficulties that spouses and children face when they lose a spouse or parent. Our lawyers also understand what it takes to recover the compensation they need to move forward.
- Traffic Violations
- Hit and RunIf you were injured in a pedestrian-involved hit-and-run, it is extremely important that you reach out to an experienced injury attorney as soon as possible. You could be able to recover compensation through several avenues, but doing so is very difficult without the help of a lawyer. At the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, we can help you review your options and determine how best to proceed. We encourage you to contact our Pensacola pedestrian accident attorneys right away to learn more.
- Workers CompensationDisability payments under SSD are determined by your earnings record. Social Security uses your Primary Insurance Amount (PIA) which can be found on your Earnings Record with Social Security. SSDI payments are based upon lifetime earnings, not the severity of your disability. It is also important to note that SSDI benefits are reduced if you receive Workers Compensation payments. If you are entitled to benefits under SSDI, then the most that you could receive is $2,639 for 2016.
- Wrongful TerminationJeremiah “JJ” Talbott is the founding partner of the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, P.A. and concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury, workers’ compensation, unpaid wages and overtime, wrongful termination, Social Security Disability, Family and Medical Leave Act, Divorce/Family law, probate, and general civil litigation.
- Premises LiabilityIn Florida, property owners have a duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition and to warn against any known dangers for the safety of persons invited on to the property, such as customers or guests, as well as people on the property for a business purpose, such as delivering mail or packages. Even trespassers may be able to recover compensation if they are injured by the willful or wanton conduct of the property owner.
- Property Damage
- Personal InjuryA slip and fall can cause serious personal injury, especially to older people who may be prone to fractures from a fall. A broken wrist, hip, or ankle can be very painful and debilitating and take a long time to heal or create permanent disability. Other dangers of a trip and fall or slip and fall include head, neck, and back injuries which can be serious or cause permanent damage, from muscle tears and facial disfigurement to concussions and brain damage.
- Medical MalpracticeIn most cases, the statute of limitations requires that you file your lawsuit within two years of the date of the injury, or else you can be prohibited from recovering from the negligent party. However, this deadline may be longer or shorter depending upon a variety of factors, such as the type of negligence (medical malpractice, birth injury, product defect), the age of the victim (minor, adult), and the status of the defendant (public entity, private person).
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilitySocial Security disability (SSD) is a government program that provides financial benefits to those who cannot work due to a disability or disabling condition. There are two main SSD programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). While SSDI is available to qualifying individuals who have earned sufficient work credits, SSI is income-based, meaning it is possible to qualify for benefits despite the absence of a work history.
- Dog BitesUnlike some states that follow a “one-bite†rule when it comes to dog bites, Florida follows a plaintiff-friendly “strict liability†rule in these cases.
- Slip and Fall InjuryAt the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, P.A. our Pensacola slip and fall lawyers fight to hold property owners responsible when their negligence is the cause of a painful slip and fall injury.
- Probate