Sharing an account with a family member is a simple enough process. But Florida probate law can complicate the matter. Probate determines who gets what after the will-holder passes on. Technically, any financial instrument with the deceased's name is legally...

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Your grasp on revocable trusts in Florida
There are pros and cons to every estate tool you have, so your final decision should be based on a diverse strategy that works to achieve your personal goals. When it comes to trusts, you have a choice between revocable and irrevocable types. Here's a look at how...
Could a tenant sue a landlord over a pest infestation?
Tenants living in a Florida apartment complex or another type of rental unit have reasonable expectations about living in a safe and healthy environment. Unexpected things happen, such as pest infestations, and the landlord may be responsible for addressing those...
8 ways to ruin your divorce mediation
To avoid adding even more stress to an already stressful situation, many couples going through divorce opt for mediation to resolve the issues that are common during this difficult time. Mediation is a more peaceful way to reach resolutions related to property...
Corporate espionage in Florida
Corporate espionage is a crime that involves companies spying on each other or, more dramatically, foreign governments spying on domestic companies. There are different forms of corporate espionage, and they can involve complex and technical plots that span borders...
Encroachment issues and what you can do about them
When buying a home or a piece of land in Florida, your agent will request a professional property survey to identify your boundaries. The process of buying real estate is tedious and requires a lot of work, so when a person encroaches on your space without your...
The clear signs of securities fraud
During civil and commercial litigation, public courts are equipped to oversee cases in which investors were misled. Securities fraud happens when you’re intentionally misled regarding your investments. In Florida, fraud isn’t always easy to detect, but the following...
Employers: Know about payroll matters from the start
Most successful Florida companies operate with the help of employees in various capacities. While these individuals are often essential to operations, it is also important that business owners know how to pay employees properly and ensure that associated payroll...
Did you know getting life insurance is part of estate planning?
Insurance can be a tricky topic to navigate for various reasons. First, there are many types of insurance, and some Florida residents may not see the necessity in some of those types. Second, coverage options can be confusing, and it is not always clear what someone...
Mistakes are easier to make in divorce than you might think
It is not unusual for individuals in Florida and elsewhere to want to end their marriage in hopes of starting fresh. However, if those parties do not consider potential issues that could arise due to their divorce, they may find themselves struggling, at least at...