Elderly people work their whole lives to be financially secure when they retire. They will rely on that money to carry them through illness and other expenses that come with aging. Sometimes, that money is stolen from them, whether it be from a scam by strangers or from a family member that has gained control… Continue Reading
When considering who to designate as the successor trustee of a family trust, most initial trustees would immediately assign the job to a close family member or friend. While this may often be the right choice, some parents may choose to designate a corporate trustee to distribute funds and property after they are deceased. A… Continue Reading
On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, that same-sex couples have a constitutional right to marriage in all states. Since this ruling, the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes same-sex couples’ marriages in all states as well as some non-marital legal relationships (such as specific civil unions and domestic… Continue Reading
A quick search of the internet reveals no shortage of Free Power of Attorney Forms, Free Will Forms, and other fill in the blank estate planning documents. With the rampant growth and availability of the do-it yourself (DIY) legal market, it is worth taking a moment to evaluate what is in the consumers’ best interest…. Continue Reading
You may be doing research for yourself or a loved one on Medicaid Planning in Florida. You may have heard about a Personal Services Contract and would like to know more. A Personal Service Contract is an agreement that Florida Medicaid allows in order for a child to provide services of a personal nature to a parent in an nursing… Continue Reading
Researching Medicaid can not only be intensive and time consuming, but also confusing! Florida Medicaid policies and procedures are ever changing, and Medicaid can be very complex, specifically when a Medicaid applicant has various types of assets. For this reason, potential Medicaid applicants often receive harmful information from unlicensed sources on how to transfer assets or income… Continue Reading
So you’re researching Medicaid and Medicaid planning in Florida. Whatever your reasons may be, the process of applying for Medicaid can be stressful based on the uncertainty and the lack of knowledge, let alone the emotional aspect of going into or placing a loved one into a nursing facility. One of the most popularly searched terms you… Continue Reading
Most Americans now live double lives: the physical and the digital. We exist in the physical world, but we also exist as digital presences in a vast online bazaar. And some of us are a combination of 1’s and 0’s that add up to unexpected profit. Think about this: how much of your life is… Continue Reading
I’m single and I don’t need an estate plan, right? It’s not like I have children or grandchildren to give my money to, so why bother? Unfortunately, it may not be as simple as that.. Keep this rule in mind before you decide if you should consult an attorney about estate planning: if you don’t make… Continue Reading
One question estate planning lawyers are very familiar with is what constitutes the best choice of estate planning: making a will or making a trust? The answer, I’m afraid to say, is not a one-size fits all costume. It is tailored to an individual’s needs, making it important to consult with your estate planning attorney before… Continue Reading
One of the most traumatic experiences that a family can have is when a family member passes away. Unfortunately, the trauma can be even worse if someone...
Elderly people work their whole lives to be financially secure when they retire. They will rely on that money to carry them through illness and other expenses...
On November 30th, the attorneys and staff of Boyer & Boyer, P.A. got together for Shoe Boxes for Seniors, one of our favorite holiday traditions. Shoe Boxes...
Thousands of Floridians were critically affected by Hurricane Michael. Homes were destroyed and lives were taken, but the legal community is doing everything they can to help...
The Veterans Administration (VA) published new rules that will make it more difficult to qualify for benefits like Aid and Attendance, a benefit that provides a cash...