The digital world continues to evolve at a dizzying pace. There are, of course, all the usual software updates. There is an ever-widening scope of goods and services based online, ranging from giants like Amazon and Uber to countless smaller sites catering to even the...
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How to stay safe during these uncertain times
We are all facing frightening and uncertain times right now. The good news is that every day we are getting more information on how to stay safe. This is particularly important for people with compromised immune systems, people who have underlying breathing issues and...
Updating your will after your divorce
If you have been listening to estate planning experts, then you are likely already engaged in the process of determining the dispersal of your assets to your beneficiaries once you are gone. Part of that planning includes creating a will, and if you have already done...
Shared custody becoming more popular
Many parents in Florida now have co-parenting arrangements that allow children to spend time with both guardians. This is not an unusual situation. In 2014, USA Today reported that shared custody would become more common. This partially resulted from numerous studies...
What bankruptcy may look like for Florida residents who file
Sudden job losses, medical emergencies, student loans and unplanned pregnancies are some of the reasons Florida residents filed for bankruptcy protection. According to the Tampa Bay Times, personal bankruptcies for Floridians increased by 11% during the year 2019....
How fathers can assert parental rights by establishing paternity
If you have a child but you are not married to the mother, you are not alone. Approximately 40% of children in the U.S. are born out of wedlock. You may have a lot of questions about your rights as a parent. It can be a confusing situation to be in, especially since...
When strategies to prevent foreclosure do not work
When people receive a foreclosure notice on their property in Florida, their first instinct is often to panic and feel hopelessness. While foreclosure is no casual issue, people do have the chance to stop the process in its tracks depending on how they handle their...
What should I consider when choosing a health care proxy?
Choosing the right health care proxy is just as important as having one in the first place. The person you choose must be willing to see your wishes through, even if they have a close personal connection with you. Because this decision is so important to your...
Who takes immediate possession of estate property?
The first question that many have after one passes away in Hernando County is "What next?" If you have been selected to serve as the personal representative or executor of a family member's or friend's estate, you might have the exact same inquiry. The important thing...
Detailing bankruptcy filing limits
A common misconception that many in Hernando County may have regarding bankruptcy is that the laws and regulations governing it are easily abused. By extension, the opinion that those same people have of those who file for bankruptcy is that they are simply...