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Monthly Archives: October 29, 2021

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Did You Know There is a Voluntary Trial Option in the Orlando, Florida Area?

Did you know that in the Orlando, Florida area you can take advantage of Read More

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Safety Tools to Assess Risks of Abuse of the Elderly in the Orlando, Florida Area 

There was an interesting article in the Clinical Advisor on Oct. 4, 2021, by Janelise Jacobs titled "Safety Tool Assesses Risk of Elder Abuse." In the article the author states that elder abuse is a societal problem that is frequently undetected, under-reported, and p...

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How Does Florida House Bill 1041 Help Protect the Elderly, Specifically Vulnerable Adults?

House Bill 1041 made the penalties harsher and more severe for individuals convicted of the following offenses on an elderly or disabled person: Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, or Aggravated Manslaughter. An individual who is found guilty of those offenses shall be seen...

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How Can You Prove Undue Influence in an Orlando, Florida Will Contest? 

Under Florida law, a Will is void if the execution is procured by undue influence. This is outlined in Florida Statute 732.5165 Florida Statute (2021). The burden of undue influence lies with the party seeking to invalidate the Will according to Florida Statute 733.10...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic violence is all about control over victims. If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, it is a sign that your partner is trying to control you:

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Is Collaborative Divorce Right for You for Your Orlando, Florida Divorce?

What is a Collaborative Divorce? Why should you consider one? What are the pros and cons? What other options do you have? What is the be...

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Can I Move with My Child During or After My Orlando, Florida Area Divorce or Custody Case?

The statute that lays out the rules for moving during or after an Orlando area divorce or custody case is Florida Statute 61.13001-Parental Relocation Statute, which can be found Read More

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Issues of Bereavement After a Spouse, Partner or Loved One’s Death in the Orlando, Florida Area

There was an interesting article in the Orlando Sentinel on Saturday, October 2, 2021 by Marni Jameson titled "Tips to help bereaved partners move on at home." This is an issue that probate administration attorneys may face while dealing with a client who must now pro...

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