When it comes to end-of-life and estate planning, there are many aspects to consider. The need for a health care directive, for example, is often a question in the minds of those who are consulting with their attorney on such matters.
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Mistakes to avoid when filing for divorce
For some people in Florida, the decision to divorce can bring about feelings of relief and happiness. For others, it can intensify their feelings of hurt and abandonment. People who are involved in high-asset divorces should not let their feelings get the best of them during this time in their lives.
Parental responsibility and custody rights for disabled parents
One state representative is seeking custody rights for parents who are disabled. He feels that parental responsibility is not shared fairly with disabled parents in a divorce, and he wants to put an end to it. The man adds that whether a judge purposely shuns the disabled parent or does it subconsciously, it is an unfair practice.
Military benefits during divorce clarified by justices
In a recent decision from the Supreme Court, it was stated that a state cannot increase the amount that a former spouse gets from a veteran's military retirement pay in certain circumstances. This cannot be done in order to make up for any loss of benefits that the spouse may experience, if that loss is because the veteran filed a waiver to receive disability pay.
Building a prenup with property division in mind
Many people hold to misunderstandings about a prenuptial agreement. Some see it as bad luck or an omen that the marriage will not last, while others think that such a document is only for high-net-worth couples. A prenup is actually agreed upon by both parties to decide how the couple's assets would be divided in the event of a divorce.
Do not overlook a QDRO in a Florida divorce
Dividing property in a divorce is a common source of conflict. There are many assets you have to consider, and one you do not want to forget about is your retirement plan. Your soon to be ex-spouse may have a right to claim some of your retirement benefits in the future.
Unfunded trusts in estate planning
Most people who have a trust are made aware that it needs to be funded in order for it to work as it should. In fact, most estate planning attorneys stress the importance of funding the trust several times throughout the process of setting it up.
Military divorce: what are service member rights?
For those who are in the military, divorce may seem like a complicated process. What are the service member rights for those going through a divorce? Where does one even file for a military divorce? For the thousands of military personnel in Florida, these questions may be all too valid.
Navigating social media during divorce
You may not think twice before sharing your life with the world on a normal day, but doing so can have serious ramifications if you are also going through a divorce. You have to consider how your use of social media may impact your proceedings.
The importance of a health care directive
Many people have a general idea in their minds about how they want to be treated as the end of their life approaches. Unfortunately, most of those people just take for granted that their loved ones will ensure that those desires are met.