Choosing an effective health care surrogate is critical in estate planning. You want to legally appoint someone who can make the best medical decisions on your behalf when incapacity prevents you. But how can you gauge if someone can and knows how to determine choices...
Month: September 2024
Is a lady bird deed right for you?
As you plan for the future and consider how to pass on your legacy, you're likely weighing your options for transferring property to loved ones. One tool that may have crossed your radar is a lady bird deed. In Florida, this deed can be a powerful way to ensure that...
What’s slowing down your loved one’s estate settlement?
When a loved one passes away, their families typically face the complicated process of distributing the assets they leave behind. This court-supervised procedure, probate, is crucial in ensuring a fair and orderly transfer of properties. But it can also be emotionally...
The role of guardian advocates in mental health treatment
A guardian advocate is someone chosen by the court to make decisions for a person with mental health issues who is unable to make decisions on their own. You may be appointed if your loved one is admitted to a mental health facility against their will because they are...