Enhancement and Efforts In a recent decision, the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal held that the appreciation of a wife’s nonmarital advance against inheritance was not a marital asset. The court found that the husband had not met his burden of proving that either party’s “efforts” resulted in enhancing the value and appreciation of […]
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In a recent decision, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal held that a former wife’s long-term relationship with her boyfriend constituted a “supportive relationship” under Florida law. This means that the former wife’s alimony payments could be reduced or terminated. The case, Curtis John Proveaux, Sr. v. Betty Ann Proveaux, involved a couple who
Can a spouse file for relief from a final judgment of dissolution after 11 years based on a fraudulent financial affidavit? In a recent decision, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal held that a spouse may receive relief from a final judgment of dissolution after 11 years based on a fraudulent financial affidavit. The
