Florida drivers may wait longer than predicted for autonomous vehicles to become common the roads if the analysis of one computer professor turns out to be correct. According to the professor, the major error of those researching and building autonomous vehicles is...
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Errors to avoid in an estate plan
While a Florida resident may have an estate plan, that plan may not necessarily be effective. For example, the estate plan could be missing some components. In addition to a will, an estate holder should consider financial and health care powers of attorney that...
Organization is key in life and death
Florida residents and others may make it easier to settle an estate by being organized. This is true of both the physical estate and the legal or financial documents that are part of it. Instead of letting items accumulate over time, it may be a good idea to have a...
How daylight saving time affects driving
Daylight saving time means that Florida residents lose one hour of sleep, and this, in turn, could mean increased drowsiness, especially among drivers. A traffic safety study from AAA has shown that nearly 10 percent of all car accidents in the U.S. are caused by...
How trusts benefit children of all ages
There is no magic age at which an individual in Florida or elsewhere becomes competent enough to handle money or other assets. Therefore, there may be no harm in leaving assets to an adult child in a trust as opposed to transferring them directly to that older son or...
What to do about beneficiaries with credit issues
Florida residents who are preparing estate plans should be aware of any potential creditor issues with beneficiaries. The reason for this is that a creditor may be able to seize a debtor's inheritance. This was a dilemma that recently occurred when a mother left her...
Defining soft tissue injuries
Injuries to muscles, tendons or ligaments are generally referred to as soft tissue injuries. They tend to result from car accidents as people inside of a vehicle may be violently jolted upon impact. This may result in Florida residents and others suffering from...
Deciding whether or not to avoid probate
The probate process has many pros and cons for those who live in Florida or elsewhere. Some of the benefits include the ability to challenge a will and the fact that probate can verify who has the title to a given asset. Probate is a public process, which means that...
How to avoid driving while distracted
Florida residents may be guilty of distracted driving whenever they take their eyes off of the road. For instance, a driver may be distracted by changing a radio station or by turning the heat down. Distracted driving has been cited as a reason why car accident...
Understanding the basics of estate planning
Florida residents can use a tailored estate plan to direct how their assets should be distributed. Furthermore, a plan could ensure that a variety of wishes are honored after they pass. Individuals can specify their end-of-life decisions, funeral arrangements and who...
