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Exempt Property In Florida Probate
Probate is when the court reviews the validity and authenticity of a Will. It is the administration of a decedent’s Will or the estate of a deceased person without a Will. If you recently lost a loved one, there are some important provisions under the Florida probate code you need to know about. For… Read More »
Should You Accept A Plea Deal Or Go To Trial?
You can go to trial or agree to the prosecution’s plea bargain if faced with criminal charges. Deciding whether to proceed to trial or accept a plea deal can be difficult. Most criminal cases do not go to trial. Instead, they are resolved through plea bargains. But does this mean that you should accept… Read More »
Tips To Make The Divorce Process Smoother
Having it smooth is what anyone going through a divorce wants. There is no doubt that divorce can be a rough process that can turn lives upside down. However, if you take the necessary steps, your divorce does not have to be rough. If you and your spouse are about to get a divorce,… Read More »
Emergency Temporary Guardianship In Florida
When an individual’s ability to make decisions becomes so impaired, the court may give another person the right to make decisions. The process by which the court gives the right to make decisions to another person after finding that an individual’s ability to make decisions is so impaired is called guardianship. The guardianship process… Read More »
Some Common Prenuptial Agreement Mistakes To Avoid
A prenuptial agreement is a contract that couples get into before they get married, which states what will happen if their marriage ends. Over the years, prenuptial agreements have gained popularity, especially among millennials. According to a 2018 CNBC article, among the main reasons millennials sign more prenuptial agreements could be because they are… Read More »
How To Protect Your Florida Criminal Case After An Arrest
After getting arrested, the situation can get stressful, overwhelming, and confusing. Because of the stress and confusion, many arrestees do things that end up hurting their cases. Unfortunately, many arrestees make mistakes without even realizing they are making mistakes. If you have been arrested, you need to remember that your actions can significantly impact… Read More »
Dividing Professional Practices In A Florida Divorce
The division of assets is among the most contentious issues in a Florida divorce. For couples who’ve had a successful life and have managed to accumulate many assets, the division of assets can be even more complicated. Also, when complex assets are involved, the division of assets usually gets more complicated. A professional practice,… Read More »
Differentiating Between Actual And Constructive Possession
There are many forms of drug charges. Being in possession of an illegal substance is just one type. In Florida, in order to be convicted of possession of an illegal substance, the State must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant was in “actual or constructive” possession of the illegal substance. These two… Read More »
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Adult Guardianship
Adult guardianship is the process by which another person is given the right to make decisions for an individual who has been determined to be incapacitated and unable to make their own decisions. Once a guardian has been appointed, guardianship generally lasts until the individual under guardianship/ward either dies or has their right to… Read More »
Preparing For Your Initial Meeting With A Divorce Attorney
In Florida, the law does not require you to hire a divorce attorney. You have the right to handle your Florida divorce case alone. However, it is advisable that you avoid tackling your divorce case alone and instead retain a divorce attorney. A divorce attorney can help you in many ways. For example, a… Read More »
