By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Probate Attorney I. Determining Survivors The personal representative has a duty to bring an action for the wrongful death of the decedent. F.S. 768.20. The Act provides for damages for the estate and “survivors”. Survivors include the surviving spouse, “minor children” under 25 years…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Trust Attorney Summary: The following Alert discusses the Florida real estate form DR-430 required to be filed upon the cumulative transfer or control of more than 50% of the legal entity that owned the property, or transfer of more than 50% of ownership interest.…
By Phillip B. Rarick This summer my family had the opportunity to travel to France. It was a busy trip, and we saw many spectacular works of art and architecture by past generations of artists. The most special trip was our visit Normandy, where a generation of Americans representing…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Asset Protection Attorney Let’s face it. If you have adult children, now married or considering marriage, you are a little concerned that your daughter’s husband could someday inherit your hard earned wealth. (Or maybe it’s your son’s wife.) So, how do you protect your property,…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Asset Protection Attorney Introduction The Big Announcement: your daughter tells you she plans to marry Hank, a great guy. She is so excited – and in love! The last thing you want to do is discuss “practical issues”. But, at the right time, it will…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorney Click Here: Off-Shore Planning Note: PowerPoint Presentation will appear in bottom task bar. Special Note The information on this blog is of a general nature and is not intended to answer any individual’s legal questions. Do not rely on information presented…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorney Click Here: Part 3: The Asset Protection Ladder Note: PowerPoint Presentation will appear in bottom task bar. Special Note The information on this blog is of a general nature and is not intended to answer any individual’s legal questions. Do not rely…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorney Click Here: Asset Protection in Florida – Part 2 – Tenancy By Entirety Note: PowerPoint Presentation will appear in bottom task bar. Also see our recent blog: Tenancy By Entireties In Florida: The Benefits – and 5 Traps Special Note The information…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorney Click here: Part 1 – Homestead and Other Protected Assets Note: PowerPoint Presentation will appear in bottom task bar. Read More: Florida Homestead – 3 Tricky Issues To Watch Special Note The information on this blog is of a general nature and…
By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Asset Protection Attorney On occasion, I am invited to speak to small business groups regarding tips on how best to protect your business and investments from rogue lawsuits – or any lawsuit. Those who have heard my presentation know about the basketball that I bring…