It's the time of year when the time changes and people don't get enough sleep. Every year, twice a year, the time change impacts the way people work and interact. During March each year, time rolls forward an hour, meaning that you're more likely to be awake longer...
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2 killed in scooter crash with alleged drunk driver
When drivers aren't traveling in a safe manner, it's reasonable to want to hold them accountable for their actions. Take, for example, a case out of South Florida in which an alleged drunk driver was speeding at over 110 mph when he hit two people on a scooter.The...
Here are 4 fast facts to know about probate administration
Your loved one passed away, and you expected you might be the executor. They never talked about it with you, and you never had to help them in that way during life. You were not surprised, though, when you were informed that you had the role.Now, you need to figure...
How can your family talk about estate planning?
It's hard to talk to your loved ones about your estate because doing so means that you have to bring up your eventual death. You know that it's going to happen, and they do, too. The problem is that no one wants to talk about it or think about it.The problem is that...
Posting bond is a part of the probate process
Probate is a process during which a court authenticates a will. It's at this point that an executor or personal representative of the estate is established and appointed, which is important to know if that role will some day become yours.As an executor, there are many...
SECURE Act to change estate planning tactics in Florida
Whenever new laws come into practice, they can change your estate plans. A new retirement law will be affecting IRAs and estate plans in Florida , according to a Jan. 13 report.The new act, the SECURE Act, was signed by the president in December and has made...
When your injury stabilizes, it’s time to seek compensation
Catastrophic injuries are devastating. They can cause life-long issues that patients deal with for as long as they live. They could have chronic pain, lasting disabilities or other problems to contend with.While compensation isn't going to make a catastrophic injury...
2020 is a time for change: Check out your estate plan
The New Year is just around the corner, so this is a great time to start thinking about your estate plan. 2020 is going to be a year of many changes, with a presidential election and new laws from last year starting to be enacted.In 2020, you can take steps to get a...
Here are 3 tips for handling homeowner’s association disputes
If your homeowner's association (HOA) has a problem with something you've done on your property, you could be engaged in a heavy dispute. The good news is that there are ways for you to handle the dispute and to move on.Winning a fight against your HOA isn't always...
If your beneficiary dies, probate could take longer
If you're leaving assets behind for your loved ones after you pass away, one thing you need to think about is what happens if a beneficiary passes away before they receive an inheritance. For example, if you pass away and your property has to go through probate, it...