Can My Child Testify in My Orlando, Florida Divorce Case?
As a general rule, children are not allowed to testify in their parents’ Orlando, Florida Divorce Case. Further, it is the court that makes the determination as to what is in the best interest of the child. Although Florida Statute 61.13, state...
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What Happens in a Florida Guardianship When the Ward dies?
It is important for every Guardian to understand the processes that must occur in order for the termination of your role as Guardian, and the management of the Wards last affairs when the Ward dies. An experienced and knowledgeable Florida Guardiansh...
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Considerations Regarding Florida Guardianship for Individuals with Disabilities
Guardianship is a legal process for protecting children who have mental disabilities and incompetent adults. The Definition of an incompetent adult in legal terms is an adult who cannot take care of their self, make decisions that are in their own be...
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Should You Always Designate A Family Member to be Your Guardian?
A proper estate plan should include provisions in your Living Trust, and/or in your Last Will and Testament as well as a separate document, for someone known as a Guardian to act on your behalf, if and when you become incapacitated. The separate docu...
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Knowing the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
It is common for people to forget where they placed something or to forget what the next words out of their mouth were going to be said. Being forgetful does not mean that that individual has Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia. These symptoms typically ...
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The Importance of Communication in Handling Conflicts Over Caregiving of a Loved One
Taking care of an elderly loved one can be a difficult task. The many decisions that need to be made regarding medical, financial and social needs can complicate the process even further. Should the person be driving? Should the person be left alone ...
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