In the event that a person in Miami-Dade, or some other locality, is unable to make their own decisions, the court may appoint a guardian to take legal responsibility for them. While in some cases the person granted guardianship might be a relative or friend, often...
Month: November 2013
University claims O’Neal took property Fawcett gifted in will
Readers in Miami-Dade, and throughout the nation, are likely aware that when someone dies, part of the estate administration process is the distribution of assets as outlined in their estate plan. Probate issues can arise if it is discovered that assets or property...
Man fighting to get back property of wife who died without a will
While many readers in Miami-Dade, as well as in other localities, have likely heard of the importance of creating an estate plan, some may have the misconception that estate planning is only necessary for those who will leave behind significant assets or properties...
DOMA repeal brings estate tax changes for same-sex couples
Readers in Miami-Dade, as well as in other localities throughout the U.S., may or may not be aware of the estate tax liability that may be imposed on a person’s estate before it can be disbursed to his or her beneficiaries. Legally married couples, however, are...
