by Randy Coleman | Apr 24, 2011 | Asset Protection, Business Owners, Corporate Compliance, Corporations, Family Business, Family Limited Partnership, Limited Liability Companies |
The May 1 deadline for filing the Annual Report for legal entities formed in the State of Florida is approaching. Whether you own or operate a corporation incorporated in Florida, a limited liability company organized under Florida law, or a general or limited...
by Randy Coleman | Apr 16, 2011 | Crazy Lawsuits, Estate Litigation, Probate Litigation, Trust Litigation, Will Contests |
Unhappy family members are almost always quick to sue other family members regarding the “fairness” of a deceased parent’s distribution plan. Whether it’s trust litigation or probate disputes, the emotions of the heirs who feel they have...
by Randy Coleman | Apr 9, 2011 | Estate Planning, Medicare, Retirement Planning, Social Security |
Many, if not most, of my clients are retired, or are planning to retire within the forseeable future. One of the most important decisions that is required for the vast majority of Americans is when to start taking their Social Security payments from the U.S....
by Randy Coleman | Apr 5, 2011 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Executor, Personal Representative, Probate, Tenancy by the Entireties, Wills and Probate |
A recent appellate court decision from Florida’s Fifth District Court of Appeal provides yet another reason for one to plan for the disposition of their estate in such a manner that probate can be avoided. The case is Bernadette Lauritsen, as Personal Representative...
by Randy Coleman | Apr 1, 2011 | Estate Planning |
Thanks to all of my readers who took the time to vote on the best estate planning blogs. Lexis-Nexis just released the results and we are included in the Top 25 Estate Planning Blogs. You will note the new logo that is now included in our site naming...
by Randy Coleman | Mar 28, 2011 | Asset Protection, Elder Care, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Medicaid Qualified Irrevocable Income Only Trust, Nursing Homes, Personal Care Contracts, Qualified Income Trust |
Both chambers of the Florida Legislature are considering legislation that would make it more difficult for Florida families to secure Medicaid benefits for long-term nursing care for their elder members. Florida Senate Bill 1356, and its companion House Bill 1289, if...
by Randy Coleman | Mar 21, 2011 | Asset Protection, Business Owners, Crazy Lawsuits, Physicians and Asset Protection |
This month’s U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform “Most Ridiculous Lawsuit of the Month Poll” offers more reasons for engaging in asset protection planning and ensuring that your assets are protected. This month’s first reidiculous lawsuit...
