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Family Law News - Summer 2010

Article: Your Ex is Residing with Someone.
Do You Still Have to Pay Alimony?

Well, it depends on the facts of your case. Specifically, the “nature and extent of the relationship in question” as statutorily defined by eleven (11) factors. In determining whether a “supportive relationship” exists, this non-exclusive list includes such circumstances as “holding themselves out as a married couple”, “whether the parties have pooled their assets or income”, “jointly purchased real or personal property”, and “payment of child support (regardless of whether arrearages exist (See §61.14(4), Fla. Stat.)).”

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ABC Action 10 News and Ragano Law partner
to Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence

"WFTS-TV ABC Action News will launch the Emmy Award winning Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Campaign on Monday, March 22nd. In 2010, the 6-week campaign will include a one-hour primetime special on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 8pm, special reports airing on ABC Action News March 22 - April 30th."

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Facebook Plus Divorce Equals Flammable Situation
by RICHARD MULLINS | The Tampa Tribune

"The world's most popular social media site is revolutionizing the divorce experience, pouring toxin into virtually every stage of a collapsing marriage."

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE UPDATE-Autumn 2009:

"(Chris Ragano) was given the task to discuss the recent case law updates of domestic violence as well as a perspective of representing the Respondent with to regard to Restraining Orders."

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Divorce now with assets low, lawyer advises men
by MICHAEL SASSO | The Tampa Tribune

"Strategizing is common whenever someone goes for a divorce, and the recession may play a part in it, said Chris Ragano, a Tampa family attorney.

But women can strategize, too, said Ragano, chairman of the Hillsborough County Bar Association's family law section. Should a wife file for divorce sooner, rather than later, to prevent her husband's assets from falling further in value?"

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2008 Legislative Update - No More Mudslinging???
by Marital & Family Law Section Chair: Chris E. Ragano, P.A.

The 2008 Legislative Session resulted in significant changes to Florida domestic relations' practice for all marital and family law litigators
(SB 2532).

Gone are the terms "Custodial" and "Noncustodial" Parent.

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