While a divorce may be an emotional event for a Florida resident, it is important to think about the estate planning ramifications. For instance, it could be necessary to remove a former spouse from any power of attorney duties. It is also a good idea to take a look...
Month: June 2018
Steps to take when creating an estate plan
Some people in Florida may need to take extra steps to make sure that their estate planning documents are in proper order. An estate plan might need to be more than simply a will that lists which assets go to which people. The first step in creating or expanding an...
4th of July weekend the worst for personal injuries
AAA predicts that a record number of Americans will be hitting the roads for the Fourth of July weekend. More specifically, 37.5 million people will be driving 50 miles or more from their homes between June 30 and July 4. Florida residents should remember, however,...
Study finds small group of drivers cause more accidents
Overall, professional truck drivers are less likely to cause accidents than nonprofessional motorists. However, distracted driving, and the use of smartphones in particular, is an issue for professional drivers in Florida and around the country as well. Out of all...
The value of appraising collectible items
If an individual in Florida or anywhere else owns art or other collectibles, he or she can leave them to family members or charities. However, estate and tax laws may be different for such items compared to other property, like a home or investment account. According...
What should you do after a car accident?
People in Florida who are in a car accident should stop, gather information and avoid discussing the accident with the other person involved. After stopping, the first act should be to check for any injuries or damages. The drivers should then exchange names, contact...
Why the media isn’t to blame for accident coverage
Florida residents may have heard about recent serious and fatal crashes involving self-driving cars. For some people, these reports could have caused some doubt as to whether they would ever want to ride in one. However, other individuals believe that crashes caused...