Individuals with special needs — such as those who are disabled, chronically ill, or suffer from a mental illness — often are unable to provide for themselves the same way that others can. When that is the case, the government provides financial assistance through various programs, such as Supplemental Security […]
What Is the Difference Between a Revocable Trust and an Irrevocable Trust?
Thu Feb 14, 2019 | Trusts | Share
Of all estate planning instruments, trusts are perhaps the most versatile due to the variety of goals that you can accomplish with them. For example, you can use a single trust for your own support during your lifetime and to pass assets to your heirs outside of the probate system […]
Grounds for Contesting a Will in Florida
Mon Jan 21, 2019 | Will Challenges | Share
Disposing of one’s money, property, and other assets after one’s death is not a task to be taken lightly. As such, the law imposes a strict set of requirements on individuals wishing to execute a will in order to minimize the chances that there will be errors when distributing the […]
Everything You Need to Know About Legal Capacity
Mon Jan 7, 2019 | Guardianship | Share
If you have ever witnessed a family member or close friend age into advanced years, you may have noticed that, at times, they do not seem as mentally sharp as they once were. Mental decline is an unfortunate, yet natural, part of the aging process, and it presents challenges for […]