By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq.* Action Item Done 1. No weak links. Each physician in group has personal creditor protection plan. The goal is to have no exposed assets for plaintiff malpractice attorney to attack forcing plaintiff to settle within insurance policy limits. See points 2-5 below. 2. Each physician…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq.* Action Item Done 1. No weak links. Each physician in group has personal creditor protection plan. The goal is to have no exposed assets for plaintiff malpractice attorney to attack forcing plaintiff to settle within insurance policy limits. See points 2-5 below. 2. Each physician…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Asset Protection Attorney* Action Item Done Homestead is under ½ acre if in municipality; if not in municipality then under 160 acres Note: Consider leaving mortgage on property – even if not necessary – as excellent asset protection option. The mortgage can be paid down to…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Asset Protection Attorney Florida’s new LLC statute that became effective this past January 1, 2015 made fundamental changes in the state’s limited liability company laws. These changes are so basic that we recommend that you should have a Miami asset protection attorney review all LLC’s…
Note: Keep In Your Car Glove Compartment in Case You are in an Auto Accident Safety first. Move to a safe location. If there are any injuries or property damage call 911 immediately. Stay calm. Focus on task at hand documenting the accident. Be courteous but don’t admit fault. An…
A big focus of our practice is helping our clients better protect their real estate investments. However, some of our clients are surprised to learn that our legal services extend beyond real estate asset protection. Here is a short list of our real estate services: – Purchase or Sale of…
First, let’s hope you don’t need this. But, if you do, here is a checklist of key estate planning items that should be considered prior to filing a petition for dissolution of marriage: Note: This is a partial list of key items. Invariably there are other considerations. Consult your estate…
Introduction Florida same-sex partners and same gender couples who were legally married in a state outside of Florida and have now moved to Florida should consider using a TBE (Tenants by Entireties) Delaware LLC to own Florida real estate or intangible property. Here is why. Strategy An important asset protection…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Wealth Protection Attorney* ASSET PROTECTION CHECKLIST FOR THE FLORIDA SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Trust Attorney A. Domicile vs. Residence “Domicile” and Residence are two different legal terms, but often confused. A person can have only one domicile, but any number of residences in different states. Domicile is your actual residence in the state joined with your intention…