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On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Feb 17, 2021 | Divorce
Each year, Florida residents that are going through the process of divorce find themselves in the situation of figuring out how key assets will be divided between the two parties. Chief among these assets are pensions, 401 (k)s, annuities, and IRAs. Coming to...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jan 20, 2021 | Criminal Defense
A probation violation happens in Florida when a defendant fails to comply with conditions attached to a probationary sentence. The proceedings involved with probation violations are a bit different than what the defendant experienced in criminal court. This fact is...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jan 13, 2021 | Family Law
Many couples who divorce in Florida face a myriad of difficulties. Among the most challenging issue to face post-divorce is financial uncertainty. What causes financial uncertainty during divorce? Dealing with the emotional turmoil of a divorce can be hard enough, and...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jan 11, 2021 | Estate Planning & Probate
Estate planning can be a complex process. If you have recently started it, you may not know what documents you need to include in your plan. As you take stock of your property and personal circumstances, you may wonder if drafting a will is necessary. Yet, everyone...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jan 7, 2021 | Personal Injury
Negligence frequently contributes to accidents on the road as do weather conditions and other things outside of anyone's control. The road condition is an important factor for drivers in Florida who seek civil remedies in court. A common question may arise: Did the...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Dec 8, 2020 | Estate Planning & Probate
Estate planning in Florida doesn't end with writing a will. To supplement your will, you'll want to include a few other documents to ensure that your last wishes are fulfilled. While a will covers your assets after you die, it doesn't cover other end-of-life issues...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Dec 8, 2020 | Estate Planning & Probate
Estate planning in Florida doesn't end with writing a will. To supplement your will, you'll want to include a few other documents to ensure that your last wishes are fulfilled. While a will covers your assets after you die, it doesn't cover other end-of-life issues...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Nov 19, 2020 | Divorce
So-called "gray" divorces occur in people who are over 50. Over the past 30 years, the number of mature adults filing for divorce has more than doubled. While they are still less common than divorces among young people, this is a significant change in the way American...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Nov 19, 2020 | Divorce
So-called "gray" divorces occur in people who are over 50. Over the past 30 years, the number of mature adults filing for divorce has more than doubled. While they are still less common than divorces among young people, this is a significant change in the way American...
On behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Nov 12, 2020 | DUI
Law enforcement sets up DUI checkpoints in Pensacola and around Florida to catch drunk drivers with a BAC level above the legal limit. These roadblocks typically increase on holidays because more people could be drunk. However, it has been debated whether or not these...