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Pet Trusts in Florida: What You Need to Know
Animals play an important role in many people’s lives. The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that approximately 85 million American families own at least one pet. Whether it is a dog, cat, or more exotic animal, a pet can become a true member of the family. You may be wondering: Can my pet be… Read More »
Health Care Surrogacy Does Not Require Incapacity: Three Powers You Can Grant Your Surrogate
A health care surrogate is a trusted person who is given the authority to make medical decisions on behalf of another party. If you become incapacitated or otherwise unable to make your own decisions, a health care surrogate has the tools that they need to deal with medical issues on your behalf—making sure that… Read More »
What Does It Mean to have a Florida Domicile?
Your domicile is the state that you intend to make your permanent and primary home. There are significant benefits to establishing a domicile in Florida. For example, there is no state income tax, no capital gains tax, no estate tax, and there are additional asset protection laws. That being said, moving to Florida is… Read More »
Remarriage and Alimony in Florida: What You Need to Know
Following a separation, the financially advantaged spouse may be required to make ongoing alimony payments to their former partner. In some cases, alimony will be permanent. In other cases, it will have a defined duration. You may be wondering: Does remarriage affect alimony in Florida? In this article, our Tampa divorce lawyers answer the… Read More »
How Does a Paternity DNA Test Work in Florida?
Paternity is the foundation of a man’s parental rights and parental responsibilities in Florida. When an unmarried mother gives birth, paternity is not automatic. Action must be taken to establish paternity. That is not to say that establishing paternity has to be difficult—both parents can simply sign and submit Florida’s Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity… Read More »
Adult Adoptions in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
According to the Adoption Network, nearly 135,000 children are adopted in the United States every year. While adoption usually involves children, adults can also be adopted in Florida. There are many myths and misconceptions about adult adoptions. Here, our Tampa adoption attorneys answer some of the most common questions. Adult Adoptions: Five Common Questions… Read More »
Sharing Child Custody in Florida? Five Tips to Help You Get Through the Coronavirus Epidemic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting communities all around the world. The Florida Department of Health notes that nearly every county in the state has at least one confirmed case of COVID-19, with Hillsborough County being one of the hardest hit. While the virus presents challenges for nearly every family, it can be especially difficult… Read More »
Federal Government Set to Garnish ‘Stimulus’ Check for Overdue Child Support
On March 27th, the U.S. Congress passed and President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law. A $2.2 trillion package, the CARES Act contains a wide range of different measures aimed at supporting individuals and businesses who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. One of… Read More »
Estate Planning: What Can I Do to Prepare for COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has brought much of the world to a halt. As of April 8th, the Florida Department of Health has already confirmed more than 16,000 cases in the state. Sadly, many more cases are expected to be confirmed in the coming days and weeks. During this time of overwhelming uncertainty many… Read More »
Estate Planning in Florida: What is a HIPAA Release Form?
Signed into law by President Clinton in the mid 1990s, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a complex federal law that regulates medical providers and health insurance companies. HIPAA provides some important legal protections for patients—with one of the most well known being its strict confidentiality provisions. Although HIPAA’s protection of… Read More »
