A tragedy occurred on a Florida highway before dawn on a recent Saturday. Florida Highway Patrol officers responded to a scene where, moments earlier, there had been a three-vehicle crash. One car was hit by two different vehicles. Sadly, this was a fatal collision. ...
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Why are older Americans failing to create estate plans?
Planning for the future is important, regardless of age, income level or health status. However, it is especially important for older Florida adults to create estate plans as this will allow them to secure their interests as they face the future. Unfortunately, many...
Adequate preparation for your digital estate plan
There are many benefits to planning for the future, including assurance that your interests are secure, peace of mind regarding your medical care and knowing that your heirs will receive your estate as directed. However, estate planning is not always a straightforward...
Fatal Hillsborough County train wreck
A horrific tragedy occurred in Florida on a recent Saturday evening. Six people were killed and another was seriously injured when the SUV they were riding in was struck by a train as the driver attempted to cross the train tracks. They were on their way to a...
Adding creativity to the estate planning process
While it is impossible to predict what will happen in the future, creating an estate plan provides one with the opportunity to have a measure of control over certain matters. However, due to the unpredictability of life and living in uncertain times, it may seem...
5 rules to know for a Florida power of attorney
There are no rules in the Florida estate planning process regarding which legal documents must be included in a particular plan or which must be omitted. An estate owner can decide what to incorporate, and many people choose to include a power of attorney. If that is...
Successfully passing an inheritance to an heir
One of the primary goals of creating an estate plan is establishing a strategy that allows one to decide what happens to personal property after passing. It is common for an individual to want to pass his or her Florida estate to children or grandchildren, and many...
Former NFL player dead after Florida collision
A 28-year-old man known for his talent on a football field and for his kind and outgoing personality was killed in an accident involving his motorcycle on a Florida road. Alex Collins was a top-notch running back who played for NFL teams such as the Seahawks and...
Estate planning when new children are born
After the creation of an estate plan, many adults assume that they have done what they need to in order to secure their long-term interests. However, estate planning is a fluid process, and plans should be adjusted over the years when life changes. This is especially...
Health care injuries are often caused by medical negligence
Hospitals, outpatient service buildings, doctors’ offices, birthing centers and similar facilities exist throughout Florida to provide quality health care for patients. While there is an inherent risk involved with every medical procedure, that risk increases when...


