Relationship-based estate planning, probate, and elder law firm located on the west coast of Florida.
Our mission is to provide compassionate legal counseling in a warm, relaxed atmosphere to families planning for disability and death. We want our clients to leave our offices feeling good about the invaluable gift they've given their loved ones by purposefully planning ahead for bad times. Because nothing says "I love you" more truthfully than lightening the burden for those we leave behind. Here
at Manasota Elder Law, our estate planning law firm is all about helping protect what matters...your family. SW Florida relationship-based estate planning, elder law, and probate law firm.
Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease and How to Address Them
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the brain cells that produce dopamine—a chemical messenger in the brain which helps control movement. When the brain cannot produce enough…
This happens far too often, and it's a miracle the police were able to recover anything for this gentleman. You will NEVER have to pay anything upfront if you truly win a legitimate lottery or contest.
An elderly Florida man who thought he had won a lottery jackpot sent over $100,000 to scammers who claimed they needed fees and taxes up front.
In this video, Cindy discusses the potential problems with dying with assets in another country. Other articles/videos you may find interesting: Get a Damn Prenup!! 4 Myths About Wills Ready to make sure everything’s in order for your loved ones in the event you become incapacitated or die? Give M...
Kimberly K. Heller, 54, was arrested in Bedford, New Hampshire, and charged with abuse of a corpse after allegedly keeping her mother's corpse inside her home for nearly six months.
Veterans from all eras are reacting to the events in Afghanistan, such as the U.S withdrawal and the takeover by the Taliban.
You are not alone.
Veterans may question the meaning of their service or whether it was worth the sacrifices they made. They may feel more moral distress about experiences they had during their service. It’s normal to feel this way.
Read the article to learn more about the resources available to help veterans cope with the situation.
Afghanistan: Let's Talk About It U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs sent this bulletin at 08/16/2021 05:57 PM EDT Veterans from all eras are reacting to the events in Afghanistan, such as the U.S withdrawal and the takeover by the Taliban. You are not alone. Veterans may question the meaning of the...
In this video, Cindy discusses why it's important to make sure you have the correct legal names for everyone mentioned in your estate planning documents.
In this video, Cindy discusses ... again ... why joint ownership on bank accounts, investment accounts, real estate, etc., are generally not a good idea and should never be done merely for "convenience".
I love articles like this. “She is a miracle and a blessing and I wouldn’t have her any other way,” [Jessica's mother] Caldwell posted on Facebook. “Good job, God!”
Born prematurely with the odds stacked against her, this 22-year-old woman has since defied her diagnoses of Down ...
This is an interesting constitutional question - how far does the fundamental right to privacy go, and will governments be able to prove that the mask mandates furthered a "compelling state interest in the least restrictive way"?
The judge said in the ruling: “The right to be let alone by government does exist in Florida, as part of a right of privacy that [Florida’s Supreme Court has declared to be fundamental. … [The Supreme Court] has construed this fundamental right to be so broad as to include the complete freedom of a person to control his own body,” the ruling added (pdf). “Under this construction, a person reasonably can expect not to be forced by the government to put something on his own face against his will. Florida’s constitutional right to privacy, then, necessarily is implicated by the nature of the county’s mask mandate.”
Keep in mind that this ruling applies only to government intrusion on our rights, not private businesses'.
A Florida state appeals court overturned a ruling last year that allowed Alachua County to implement a mask requirement ...
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As long as you have the mental capacity to understand and the ability to make a rational decision, YOU must decide what you're going to hire an attorney to do for you.
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You work hard and play hard. Maybe you’ve given your blood, sweat, and tears to build a business that’s finally providing some financial security. You love your family and care about what will happen to them when you’re not around.
You’re willing to take responsibility for what will happen to you, your family, your business, and your prized possessions when you die or become incapacitated.
You know that a legacy is about more than just leaving “stuff” to people…it’s about passing on your story and your values.
But things like wills, trusts, probate, and Medicaid are confusing. And anything to do with taxes or long-term care can be just plain scary.
For most people, thinking about death, taxes, disability, and incapacity is about as enjoyable as getting a colonoscopy.
Sometimes, working with lawyers isn’t much fun either. They might use legal words you don’t understand, or perhaps the meetings feel rushed and impersonal. Maybe they don’t listen to what you’re saying and just tell you what they think you need. Or maybe they bill you for every email and phone call, and then seem to disappear after all the paperwork is signed and the check is cashed.
Your article on Marjory Stoneman School Safety Act at link below was Spot ON - it is super BAD LAW ! I can't understand why more conservatives don't seem concerned about the violations of their 2nd, 4th, 5th and 14th Amendment Rights codified by this BAD LAW especially the ex parte and Risk Protection Orders which are pure violations of DUE PROCESS ! Thank you for bringing this out as so many other 2A supporters do not seem concerned about these dangerous provisions in this BAD LAW. Thank you for writing this -
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