Some people in Florida may think they do not need a will because they have few assets or no dependents. However, even if all a person has is a checking account, a relative may still have to go to probate court with proof the relationship in order to be appointed...
Month: October 2017
Drowsy driving prevalent among night shift workers
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital have found that working the night shift leads to an increased risk of drowsy driving, particularly during the commute home. Drowsy driving is considered a public health hazard, affecting people in Florida and across the...
Entrepreneurs need to update their estate plans
Busy entrepreneurs in Florida often have to juggle multiple responsibilities. Unfortunately, important personal finance concerns can sometimes take a back seat to immediate business issues. As a result, some entrepreneurs have estate plans that are out of date and may...
Car crash fatalities reach a nine-year high
In Florida and the rest of the U.S., car crash fatalities are on the rise. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 37,461 people died in car, motorcycle and pedestrian accidents in 2016. According to NHTSA data, the last time the number was this...
How to handle pressure to sign a power of attorney
Florida residents who are being pressured to sign a power of attorney document may be wise to resist. While such a document may be critical if an individual is unable to manage his or her own affairs, it is one that should be made free from any undue influence. In...
Wills and their limitations
Many people living in Florida may have an incomplete estate plan and not know it. The importance of having a will has been stressed for some time, which may in some cases lead people to believe that the document is sufficient for determining what happens to their...
What are the duties of the executor of an estate?
Florida residents who are creating an estate plan may want to consider the duties of the executor that they will appoint. The first thing an executor must do is obtain death certificates so that various institutions and agencies such as banks, the Department of...