Monthly Archives: August 2026
Can You Contest a Will if You Were Disinherited?
Discovering that you’ve been left out of a loved one’s will can be both surprising and upsetting. In many cases, a person expects to inherit because they are a child, a close relative, or were included in an earlier will. However, finding out you’ve been disinherited doesn’t automatically mean the will is invalid or… Read More »
Can Beneficiaries Demand Cash Instead of Property: Understanding In-Kind Distributions in Florida Probate
In-kind distributions allow beneficiaries to receive estate assets rather than having those assets sold and the proceeds divided. For example, if a decedent’s estate includes real estate, securities, business interests, or other property, beneficiaries receive it in its existing form. Florida law generally favors distributing assets in mind, but a decedent’s will may give… Read More »
Understanding Deathbed Marriages in Florida
Oftentimes, our loved ones fall ill or reach an advanced age where their mental capacity diminishes. This makes them prey for people pretending to love them or care for them, while their motive is to gain a quick inheritance after their death by pressuring them into marriage. If you believe your loved one may… Read More »
Understanding Easements in Miami Real Estate
Owning a property in Miami comes with valuable rights. However, it also comes with legal obligations that many owners don’t fully understand until a dispute arises. One of the most common sources of disputes involves easements. Easement disputes can stem from, for example, a neighbor regularly using part of your driveway, a utility company… Read More »
Florida Lis Pendens & Foreclosure Risk
Buying a distressed property in Florida can look like a shortcut to a good deal. The price is low, the seller is motivated, and the numbers make sense. However, there is a hidden aspect that many buyers miss. The property might already be involved in active litigation through something called a lis pendens. Once… Read More »
How Long Does Florida Give You To File Probate After a Loved One Passes Away?
The days following a loved one’s passing away are never easy, especially when families are also expected to handle court matters, deadlines, and financial issues. Unfortunately, for many families in Florida, probate becomes a crucial process shortly after someone passes away. One of the most common questions people ask is: How long do you… Read More »
