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Probate is a court-supervised process for identifying and gathering the decedent's assets, paying taxes, claims and expenses and distributing assets to beneficiaries. The Florida Probate Code is found in Chapters 731 through 735 of the Florida Statutes. Florida law...
Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida carries significant negative consequences. One of them is an adverse impact on your employment. If you have a DUI record, it is normal to feel scared or anxious about what this could mean for your future....
Parents generally have legal authority over their children. They decide what type of medical care their children require and where they go to school. They have control over their property and a responsibility to meet their basic needs. In some cases, parents may need...
Many drivers who get stopped by the police on suspicions of impairment have tried to be responsible. People who regularly enjoy alcohol often do their best to gauge their intoxication and make smart choices about when they drive. Unfortunately, not all the information...
Some people accept the role of personal representative after a direct personal request by a testator. Individuals establishing estate plans often reach out to the people they want to hold positions of authority. Others end up surprised upon learning about their...
Some conduct involving drugs is obviously illegal. Public awareness campaigns all but ensure that people understand that the possession of certain substances is against the law. However, there are many other substances that are legal to possess for medical use....
The personal representative of a Florida estate has many tasks to fulfill. They must locate someone's will and secure their resources. They must attend probate court hearings to secure the authority to manage the estate. They also have an obligation to handle the...
The stress of the need to start a conversation about divorce can quickly snowball. This can make an already difficult situation even more frustrating and result in an unproductive conversation. Three questions to ask yourself first that can help you make progress on...
The holidays usually mean time off from work, family gatherings and a host of personal traditions. Unfortunately, they also involve an elevated risk of certain kinds of injuries and arrests due to increased law enforcement presence on the streets. For example,...
Breath tests are commonly used by police officers to estimate a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The test measures the amount of alcohol in that driver’s breath. While breath tests are widely used for alcohol testing, there are several factors that can...