Monday, July 18, 2016

Protect Your Retirement During a Divorce Proceeding.

Pensions, 401Ks…these and more become points of contention during divorce proceedings.  Divorcing couples need to be cognizant of how these aspects are handled.  Too often the parties just want to get out of the union and they are not thinking about what is important down the road.  A secure path to retirement is something you will work years to attain.  Don’t give it up in a few months!

Consider military retirement.  Veterans are subject to special rules and need to consider those exemptions during divorce.  Private pension plans also come into play.  Retirement plans such as ERISA may very well be part of the outcome.  If couples contribute substantial amounts of their incomes to retirement plans then those comingled pensions are considered marital property.

You see, there is much to be considered during this contentious time.  It is much more about making sure that you get what is fair and equitable than just “getting out”.  To ensure that happens rely on the 50+ years of combined experience of Kidder and Bennett.  We are St. Petersburg’s Divorce retirement protection attorneys serving all of Pinellas County.  Call us today at (727) 821-8000.

Friday, July 1, 2016

Assault and Battery in Florida.

Happy 4th of July from everyone at Kidder and Bennett law firm in St. Petersburg!  Let’s get down to the nuts and bolts for a moment.  The hot, sticky summer weather often brings out the worst in some of Pinellas county’s residents.  Violent crime is more prevalent.  All of a sudden regular law-abiding citizens are pushed to the edge resulting in the accusation of assault and battery.

Assault is defined as a second degree misdemeanor.  It may actually involve a “hands on” act, but it can even be charged against someone who, in the opinion of another is acting in a threatening manner.  Battery is a very serious first degree violation.  This involves the actual touching or striking of another individual with the intent of doing harm.

There are many other variables that complicate the issue.  You must do damage control for yourself, your future, and your loved ones.  You also need to know that the issue is exacerbated if the alleged victim is over 65 years old.  For vigorous defense immediately contact St. Petersburg assault and battery attorneys Kidder and Bennett bringing a combined half-century of experience at (727) 821-8000.