Of all the benefits gained from making Florida your home, none is better than the weather. That's because while much of the nation is currently preparing for a long winter -- raking leaves, putting away patio furniture and getting out snow shovels -- we're settling in...
Month: October 2015
Understanding more about how the probate process works – V
Today's post will continue our ongoing efforts to demystify the probate process. As always, our aim in this series of posts is to help reduce any anxiety people might experience at having to be involved in the legal process and, perhaps more significantly, debunk any...
Could safe driving be made into a game?
Games are something pretty much everyone enjoys. Games can sometimes even have benefits beyond just recreational enjoyment. For instance, there are educational games aimed at helping people learn about various topics. Also, some types of games can help promote safe...
A closer look at the NHTSA’s recall process – II
In recognition of the fact that many people are lacking an understanding of where the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration derives its power to identify auto defects and institute recalls, our blog recently began providing some background information on the...
Study uncovers surprising shift concerning advance directives
As we've discussed in great detail on our blog, no estate plan can be considered complete until a person has executed documents -- known as advance directives -- outlining their exact wishes concerning both medical treatment and end-of-life care. Interestingly,...
Some facts on the dangers of distracted driving
Still not convinced that distracted driving is not a big problem in Florida, or that looking at your phone while driving raises the risk of a serious car accident? Here are some facts, as provided by Distraction.gov.Distracted driving killed 3,154 people and injured...