Traumatic brain injuries are challenging for both the injured person and their loved ones. Unlike other injuries, a TBI can change how someone thinks and interacts with the world.While a number of people may regain some skills and abilities after a TBI, many are not...
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The dangers of nominating estate co-personal representatives
Nominating a personal representative to handle your estate when you pass away is vital. He or she will be tasked with making sure your plans are carried out the way you intend and concluding any unfinished business, like taxes and debts. However, in some...
Who is liable in a rideshare accident?
Uber, Lyft, Juno, Zimride—you name it—the ridesharing culture in Florida and across the nation is in full swing. A simple click on a smartphone app and you can hail a private ride in 10 minutes. The reliability of these rides without the need to exchange...
Three issues to note when it comes to estate taxes in Florida
People create estate plans by planning for the future. Who do I bequeath an important family heirloom? How about my investment property? What about my pets? These and many more issues are important to many of us.Another important aspect, however, involves estate...
The importance of appointing an alternate personal representative
Just as in seemingly every aspect of life, a "Plan B" is essential when it comes to estate planning.Appointing a personal representative to oversee your estate in the event you pass away is crucial to ensuring that your wishes are carried out in accordance with your...
Why you should update your estate plan after moving to Florida
Florida is an attractive state for retirees. Between the lack of state income tax and the tropical weather, it’s understandable why many Americans would choose to enjoy their golden years in the sunshine state.However, while many may have their sights set on...
Talking to your future heirs
When it comes time to talk about what you will leave behind, everyone takes a different approach and for their own reasons. You may want to leave your estate plan a surprise, or you may want to have regular family meetings on the subject.You may fear that if you have...
Are pedestrians ever at fault for an accident?
Throughout a lifetime, most people have been on both sides of the situation. Most of us have been the pedestrian jogging across the street, trying to make the most of the crosswalk light that (probably) changed while crossing. Most of us have also been the driver,...
Estate planning that includes your digital assets
Estate planning that includes your digital assets is evidence of how quickly our world is changing. Over the last few decades and certainly in recent years, digital files and methods of storage have changed dramatically. Where you once had CDs and VHS tapes, you now...
Car accidents involving self-driving cars
Car accidents involving self-driving cars are all over the news. Earlier this year, a Tesla Model S was in "autopilot" when it crashed into and killed a pedestrian on a Florida roadway. The vehicle not only failed to stop at a stop sign, it also plowed into a parked...
