Category Archives: Divorce
Crypto, Cash Apps, And Side Hustles: Modern Ways Spouses Hide Money (And How Divorce Lawyers Find It)
Let’s be real: the days of finding a secret bank statement tucked inside a dusty briefcase or a crumpled receipt for an offshore account in the glove box are dead. If your spouse is trying to hide assets in 2026, they aren’t using a physical mattress–they’re using an encrypted wallet, a Venmo handle, or… Read More »
Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce In Florida: Which One Is Right For You?
Divorce is never easy. But the route you choose—contested or uncontested—can make a huge difference in cost, timing, stress, and control. At Madonna Law Group, we help Florida families navigate this choice with clarity and confidence. Below, we explain how Florida law treats contested and uncontested divorce, the pros and cons of each, and… Read More »
Could Divorce Rates Rise Soon?
Married couples divorce when there are huge problems in their marriages and they can no longer get along. But divorces tend to follow cyclical patterns as well. For example, there is a link between economic recessions and divorce rates. We are feeling closer than ever to an economic recession in the United States, and… Read More »
Understanding “Default Parent” Divorce
Marriages require a lot of work. Both partners need to put in the effort or else there ends up being loads of stress and resentment for the one doing everything. Indeed, it seems like in recent times, women are increasingly stressed out by having to know and do everything involving the household, children, their… Read More »
More And More Women Are Breadwinners: How This Affects Divorce
Many married couples think about divorce but are scared of the ramifications, especially if they are the breadwinner of the family. In the past, men paid alimony and child support, but in recent years, the tables have turned. In 2017, more than 40% of women were the primary breadwinners for their families. They had… Read More »
How Prenups Have Psychological Benefits
In the past, mention of the term “prenuptial agreement” would cause people to worry. Why would someone even think of divorce before getting married? More and more people are getting prenuptial agreements nowadays. They no longer have negative connotations attached to them. They are becoming so commonplace that even those who are not necessarily… Read More »
Signs Your Relationship Might Last
Relationships can be tricky. You never know what to expect. You may be madly in love one day and then your spouse may say or do something that dramatically changes the course of your relationship. If you’re married, you may be thinking about divorce. Love and marriage do not come with an instruction manual…. Read More »
Common Financial Mistakes In A Divorce
A divorce is not something to be taken lightly. It is a life-changing experience that can be stressful and chaotic at times, but many people report that things do get better with time. Still, ending a marriage is not easy. Going from married to single is a huge change, especially in terms of income…. Read More »
What Is Causing Decreased Divorce Rates?
Marriages are meant to last forever, but the truth is that most don’t. The statistics have pretty much always stated that half of all marriages end in divorce. But nowadays, the divorce rate is even lower. Divorce rates were high in the 1970s and 1980s. From 1970 to 1980, divorce rates increased from 3.5… Read More »
Is Divorce Imminent? Here Are Some Signs That Predict It
Marriage is all about good communication. When couples can’t talk to each other without yelling, criticizing, or being defensive, there’s something wrong. In fact, communication styles like this can lead to divorce. Clinical psychologist and marriage counselor John Gottman has done extensive research on this issue. In the 1990s, he was able to predict… Read More »