The quality of life for people living with disabilities in Florida is leaps and bounds ahead of what it used to be in decades past. Now, with the right kind of care, these individuals can typically expect to live long, full lives. But what happens when someone with a...
Year: 2018
Recently divorced? Your estate planning needs probably changed
Getting a divorce can be one of the best decisions for unhappy Florida couples to make. However, reaching an agreeable divorce settlement can be emotionally exhausting, and many people forget that there is still work to be done when the process is over. Estate...
Help with Medicaid is essential for Florida elders
End-of-life care is something that everyone should be able to access with dignity. Unfortunately, the cost of residential facilities often exceeds what anyone is able to pay and is particularly impossible for elders who are on fixed incomes. With the cost of Florida...
Is my will valid since I moved to another state?
It is becoming increasingly common for people to relocate once, twice or several times during their lifetimes. Moving states can have various legal repercussions, which is why it is important for those relocating to learn about the law. When it comes to the validity...
Estate plan issues plague comic book legend Stan Lee
Stan Lee might be most well-known in Florida for creating super heroes like Spiderman and the Incredible Hulk during his time as a powerhouse at Marvel Comics, but his most recent headlines have more to do with his estate than his creative work. Most people in Florida...
Wills are an essential estate planning tool
A will can function as a useful tool in settling one's final affairs. Most people know to include a will in the estate planning process, but what exactly can a will do? Individuals in Florida who choose to use a will may wish to find out a little bit more about the...
An estate plan for the digital age
Many people don't immediately think of their online lives when planning for the future, but most people spend a significant portion of their time online. Whether it is Facebook, points rewards programs or email accounts, most people probably have some type of digital...
A special needs trust can create a safety net for loved ones
A parent or caregiver for an individual with a disability may wish to create a situation in which his or her loved one can thrive. The disabled individual may also be looking at ways to utilize income and savings alongside government benefits. A special needs trust...
Organization and planning help estate administration tasks
A person tasked with resolving a loved one's finances after his or her death may suddenly find themselves with much to take care of. An organized estate plan can aid that person with estate administration, making it less costly and time consuming. In Florida,...
Your will: Yes, you should update it
It took you a little while to come to terms with the idea of having a will. Now that you have one, you know it needs to be updated every once in a while. How often is often enough, though? Is there any standard for when you need to update your will (or at least review...