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With the holiday giving season upon us, it is no surprise that many of us are considering which charities and nonprofit organizations we would like to support this year. One often overlooked avenue for donating money to a worthy cause is gifting a life insurance...
There is no doubt that it is important for society to look out for its most vulnerable members. These include children and the elderly. This has led to a specific area of law developing to focus on the older members of society. Elder law helps to watch out for issues...
When someone dies, he or she leaves behind an estate. This estate requires distributing and management to ensure the person's wishes are properly carried out. In Florida, the person who administers the estate is a personal representative. Other states may call this...
The probate process can be daunting for a host of reasons, and this is especially true for those who have been given the responsibility of managing a loved one’s estate plan after they pass away. Sometimes, people do not realize all of the obligations that come with...
Evicting a troublesome tenant in Florida If you own rental property, you will likely eventually struggle with tenant issues. In Florida, landlords can evict tenants who fail to pay rent or otherwise break the terms of the lease. Follow these steps to complete a legal...
Elder abuse is prevalent, and this abuse can be difficult for victims for many reasons. Aside from the actual abuse, those who have been subjected to mistreatment may feel hopeless and lose the will to continue forward in life. Moreover, they may wrongly believe that...
As a Florida business owner, you might also want to include business succession plans when you are tackling estate planning. We at Swiren Law Firm, P.A., are here to help you look at your options for business succession plans. Business succession plans are the part of...
As we age, our bodies and minds are just not what they used to be. For many people, with age comes the realization that you can no longer properly care for yourself or your needs. This means you may require a guardian. Florida has guardianship laws that outline how...
Estate planning is necessary if you wish to have a say over what happens to your assets after you die and who makes decisions for you if you become incapacitated. But if you want your plan to continue to reflect your changing wishes and circumstances, it is vital to...
Estate planning in Florida may seem stressful, but understanding the fundamental difference between basic documents may make the process easier. Going into a planning session armed with pertinent information can help expedite the drafting process. Wills and trusts are...