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Immigration•May 2, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Government updates STEM visa requirements

The science, technology, engineering, and math fields are critical for this country’s economy, health, and security. In Jan., the federal government announced new actions to make the visa process more predictable and clearer for international STEM scholars, students, researchers, and experts who seek to enter this country. Early career STEM research initiative The U.S. Department…

Estate Administration•May 2, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Estate administration and taxes

Estate administrators have important duties after a person dies. In addition to paying debts and distributing assets, administrators must also take care of the federal taxes of the decedent and their estate. General duties Probate and estate administration duties begin shortly after a person dies. Afterward, a probate proceeding may be opened within a specified…

Immigration•Apr 14, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Who can qualify for a E-2 visa?

Starting a business in Florida takes vision and planning. It can also require a significant amount of capital. When people start businesses they often need investors who can help contribute capital so they can buy equipment, hire employees, market the product or service and pay for other needs as the business gets off the ground…

Guardianships•Apr 14, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Guardianship bill gives additional power to judges and guardians

Florida is a state to which many people flock in the winter. The weather is warm and sunny and really pleasant at times when many parts of the country are dealing with snow storms and icy roads. Many seniors want to be in Florida because they need to be where it is warm. Many others…

Estate Administration•Mar 31, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Defeating a claim of undue influence in the making of a will

One of the most effective methods of challenging a will in Florida is to prove that one or more beneficiaries exercised undue influence over the maker with the intent of receiving favorable treatment in the will. Defending against such an allegation can be difficult, but it is not impossible. The background In the 1971 case…

Immigration•Mar 31, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Temporary protected status for Ukrainians

With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many Ukrainians appear to be stranded in the United States and in danger of deportation to their war-torn country. Their only hope may be a program known s TPS: temporary protected status. This program was enacted by Congress in 1990 to provide shelter for persons whose home countries are deemed…

Estate Administration•Mar 3, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Can a minor child inherit or be awarded a large sum of money?

Many parents leave money to their children in their will. And while the parents may expect that they will be alive as their child grows into adulthood and beyond, sadly sometimes parents pass away before their child is grown. This means that the child will inherit per their parents will. But is the minor simply…

Immigration•Mar 3, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Do I need a re-entry permit if I’m travelling abroad?

One advantage of having a Green Card is the ability to travel abroad. However, if you were to spend over 12 months abroad the U.S. can revoke your Green Card status. To avoid this problem, you can obtain a re-entry permit before leaving the U.S. What is a re-entry permit? A re-entry permit is a…

Naturalization•Feb 15, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Permanent residents may be eligible for naturalization after five years

For those who are permanent residents in the United States, it can be hard to decide whether to become a naturalized U.S. citizen. There are many advantages to citizenship, including being able to vote and travel ly. If you decide to become a U.S. citizen, you can apply for naturalization, if you meet the criteria…

Estate Administration•Feb 15, 2022•By Cynthia I. Waisman

Estate executors may face lawsuits for breaching duties

When a person passes away, an executor will step in to administer the estate of the decedent (deceased) and act on the estate’s behalf. Executors are often responsible for several tasks including: identify and manage estate assets File the will Pay debts File tax returns Use estate funds to pay expenses Distribute assets to beneficiaries…