Category Archives: Family
Steps to Take In Elder Financial Abuse Cases
Earlier this year, a Florida caregiver was arrested after draining thousands of dollars from the bank account of a 91-year-old woman under her supervision. The caregiver used forged checks and unauthorized withdrawals to support her lifestyle while the victim, completely unaware, continued living with complete trust. When the woman’s niece began reviewing bank statements,… Read More »
The Importance of a Living Will for the Elderly
An AARP survey revealed that while over 80% of older adults recognize the significance of end-of-life planning, only 33% have actually created a living will. This disconnect leaves millions of American seniors without clear directives for their medical care when they might need them most. At The Law Office of Laurie R. Chane, we… Read More »
What Ways Can You Effectively Manage a Loved One’s Finances?
More than 38 million Americans provide care for loved ones, with financial management being one of the most critical responsibilities. Taking over someone else’s finances can happen gradually as you notice unopened bills piling up or suddenly after a medical emergency. At The Law Office of Laurie R. Chane, we see Dade City families… Read More »
Reasons to Consider a Postnuptial Agreement
Premarital agreements are more common today than they once were, particularly among younger couples. Still, not everyone is eager to bring up the topic of divorce before they have even gotten married. After a couple has settled into their marriage, each person may feel more comfortable bringing up the subject. Or, a person may… Read More »
Florida Family Law Overview for Unmarried Couples
There was a time when marriage was the traditional way of starting and growing a family, with financial and socioeconomic factors driving the trend. Today, many couples live together and enjoy healthy, thriving relationships without ever getting married. The US Census Bureau reports that the number of unmarried partners living together almost tripled from… Read More »
Tips When Working With A Guardian Ad Litem In A Florida Family Law Case
Children deserve special protections whenever they are the subject of a legal proceeding affecting their care, comfort, and best interests. Judges have a legal obligation to consider the best interests of the child(ren) and how they will be cared for going forward. However, as much as they would like to dedicate individual attention, they… Read More »
What To Expect When A Guardian Ad Litem Is Appointed In A Florida Family Law Case
The practice of law is a field that encompasses numerous Latin terms, and one you may encounter in a Florida family law case is guardian ad litem (GAL). Taking these terms in turn may offer some insight on the concept: A guardian is someone appointed by a court or otherwise empowered to act on… Read More »
How Much Does A Florida Probate Lawyer Cost?
If someone close to you recently passed away, you may already be aware that there will be tasks involved with wrapping up his or her final affairs. Regardless of whether the decedent had a will, Florida probate laws impose numerous legal requirements for the personal representative. If you are in a position to administer… Read More »
Five Ways To Establish Paternity In Florida
Both parents have rights and responsibilities with respect to minor children, but custody, visitation, and support issues are not reserved solely for the divorce process. These matters also impact unmarried parents, though under a separate body of Florida family laws. The state statute on parentage covers what you may know familiarly as paternity. Once… Read More »
How To Open A Conversation About Prenuptial Agreements In Florida
If you will be making a trip down the aisle any time soon, some figures regarding divorce will certainly be encouraging. According to the Institute for Family Studies (IFS), divorces have been steadily falling in the US in recent years, hitting a record low in 2019. For every 1,000 couples who married that year,… Read More »
