The Hal S. Marchman Alcohol and Other Drug Services Act of 1993, aka The Marchman Act, exists to provide emergency help or temporary detention for individuals addicted to substances that require evaluations or treatment. It represents a potentially effective tool to...
For many Floridians, an essential part of estate planning is being prepared if they become incapacitated. Having a trustworthy and competent person who will oversee their affairs, make decisions for them and look out for their best interests can eliminate a...
Individuals and families who suffer with psychiatric issues require emotional support and legal protection. Under the Baker Act, Florida provides for the voluntary and admission of those requiring psychiatric care on the condition they understand the decision and can...
If you have an existing court approved child support agreement in place, what are you supposed to do if the other parent suddenly stops paying? Many states, including Florida, have laws specifically around this type of problem, and they provide the states with ways to...
Many states have started offering Risk Protection Orders (RPOs) to law enforcement that expects domestic abusers may use their firearms to harm their spouses and ex-spouses. Under Florida Statute 790.401, Treasure Coast victims can report their fears and their abusers...
If you are divorcing in Florida, the state calls it a, "dissolution of marriage." Getting a divorce is rarely a quick, uncomplicated matter in Florida. There are many laws and state-specific statutes. It is imperative that you understand the rules and the forms that...
You may see advertisements online for do-it-yourself estate plans. They tout their services as a simple and frugal way to execute an estate plan. It is very tempting to take the shortcut of a do-it-yourself estate plan, rather than working with an attorney to execute...
When Floridians have a premarital agreement, they are doing so as a means of protection. It is important to remember that there are certain requirements to make the agreement enforceable. If these are met, then there should be an adequate justification for it to be...
For some individuals and couples, it can feel like there is a missing piece in their lives. For many, this could be a child. While it is often ideal to birth your own child, this is not always an option. Thus, couples and individuals will embark on the adoption...
A quick Google or YouTube search can net you hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of results on how to create an estate plan. It can be tempting to turn to these online resources as a way to cut corners and save some money. But trying to create your own estate plan can...
