Government at every level has a responsibility to the people to be as transparent as possible. This includes your local government in Florida. While government officials may be willing to share information, there is a set of laws in the state that were created to...
Is it possible to challenge a zoning regulation in Florida?
According to FindLaw, New York was the first state to adopt zoning regulations and restrictions back in 1916, which allowed the state to control and direct the development of property within its borders. Since then, several other states, including Florida, have...
Would Aretha Franklin’s handwritten wills be legal in Florida?
Singer Aretha Franklin was highly respected in Florida for her chart-topping hits and her philanthropic work. After passing away in 2018, her feuding heirs said she died intestate. According to The New York Times, however, one of her attorneys claims he warned her to...
Does Naples offer permit exemptions?
Zoning laws and building codes make it very difficult for property owners to update, add to or even maintain their own properties. However, residents must abide by these laws, otherwise, they risk hefty fines and possibly having to redo all of the work they put into...
3 common probate myths
Probate is the legal process of administering the assets of an estate once the owner passes away. There are many misconceptions regarding probate and estate administration since it is something that many people do not want to think about. After all, most people do not...
Your parents may need financial protection in their old age
Your parents raised you with wisdom and compassion, and throughout your lifetime you relied on them for their advice and knowledge. It can be difficult to see them rely more and more on the care of others as they age. When your parents’ mental faculties begin to...
Act early to minimize potential power of attorney issues
Having an estate plan is critical for Florida residents who own property or have assets such as a car, bank and retirement accounts. A will can ensure loved ones, and other beneficiaries receive the items as you desire. At Dickman Law Firm, our family law attorneys...