Pet owners in Florida may be reasonably concerned about what would happen to their pets if they passed away. Fortunately, one has the option to include instructions for pet care after their death in an estate plan. Information about the pet’s health needs, who would...
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Court rules on Aretha Franklin estate planning document
For the past five years, fans of soul-singing icon Aretha Franklin in Florida and across the country have been following news regarding her sons battling it out in court over her estate. Several estate planning documents had been found following the singer’s death....
Estate planning for aging individuals
As one ages, the physical and financial needs of that individual will also change. Getting older often comes with new medical needs, the need for assistance and other changes that often require new considerations for estate planning. As life changes, estate plans...
What causes bruising behind ears after a car accident?
The health of a victim who was injured in a Florida motor vehicle accident must be closely monitored in the days and weeks following the crash. In addition to obvious injuries, such as lacerations or a bone protruding from the skin, there may be internal injuries as...
For parents, certain estate planning documents are essential
When a child is born, parents have the automatic desire to provide for that child and care for him or her. In addition to the provision of food and clothing, parents also want to make sure that they provide for their kids in the event that they are no longer around or...
Did medical negligence cause your child’s birth injuries?
A woman receiving prenatal care from a Florida obstetrician or midwife, entrusts her own safety and health, as well as her infant’s, to a medical team. There’s always a risk of birth injuries. However, such incidents shouldn’t occur because of medical negligence,...
Critical estate planning considerations for business owners
Planning ahead can be a complicated task as it requires one to consider what will happen in the event of incapacitation or after death. These are not easy things to consider, but it is prudent for every Florida adult to take this step, regardless of age, income level...
4 most common causes of Florida car accidents
Florida has a mix of full-time residents, “snowbirds,” (people who come down from the north to live here in the winter) and tourists. Some drivers have a lot of experience navigating the state’s highways. Others have never driven here before visiting on vacation....
Common reasons why homeowners sue their HOA
There are some benefits to living in a community with a governing body, such as a homeowners’ association. This group oversees important aspects of the neighborhood, such as maintenance of common areas, and it can make important improvements, enforce rules and take...
Proper planning for emergencies is critical
It is impossible for a Florida adult to know with certainty what will happen in the future, but there are steps he or she can take that will allow that individual to have a certain measure of control over important matters. By creating specific documents, one can plan...