Flash Mobs Are Fun … Death, Not So Much

Posted by on Jun 30, 2011 in asset protection, estate planning, Probate |

You are walking through a crowded public place -a shopping mall let’s say. At that moment on that random day, anything could be going on in your life – let’s say you are running errands during your lunch break, have recently closed escrow on a new home, and have dinner with the in-laws that evening.  The point is you are minding your own business and living your life.

Suddenly, completely unexpected and interrupting your life, organized chaos breaks out in front of you.  A large number of people, who appeared to be ordinary pedestrians with ordinary daily concerns, synchronize and start performing a bizarre act in unison – I don’t know, let’s say they all start playing Kazoos to the tune of Eddie Murphy’s “Party all the time,” while each tossing out handfuls of bouncy balls on to the ground.

In other words, you have experienced a flash mob.  A flash mob is one of those occurrences that you have never actually witnessed, but you have seen proof of flash mobs on TV or may even know people who have experienced a flash mob.  You never expect them to happen to you, but you know they occur in everyday life.  And although you never expect to run across a flash mob in your life, one day, unexpectedly and unplanned, it could happen.

That is why I always carry pepper spray, to protect me from a sudden encounter with a group of unruly flash mobsters.  Metaphorically speaking, a flash mob is comparable death, and a can of pepper spray is a lot like an estate plan.  No one ever expects to face death.  It could happen at any moment of any day.  No matter what is going on in your life at that moment, death can interrupt it.  Although a person never expects to die so suddenly, especially when there are so many other things on one’s “To-Do” list, it is best to be prepared with an adequate estate plan to assure asset protection.  Contact a qualified estate attorney to create an estate plan right for your needs and receive a lifetime supply of estate pepper spray to assure your assets are protected.

For more information on successful Florida estate planning and probate, please contact the South Florida law firm of Wild Felice & Pardo, P.A. at 954-944-2855 or via email at info@wfplaw.com to schedule your free consultation.

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Same Sex Marriage Wedding Plans? In Florida the only option is an Estate Plan.

Posted by on Jun 27, 2011 in asset protection, estate planning, Legal News, Probate, Trusts, Wills |

After a series of defeats in recent years, the movement to legalize same-sex marriage is hoping that its unexpected victory in New York will revive efforts to legalize gay marriage around the nation. The victory on Friday in New York, arguably the nation’s economic and cultural capital, carries enormous symbolic importance for the same-sex-marriage movement. New York is now the sixth and largest state in the country where gay couples will be able to wed legally. In late July, when the New York’s law goes into effect, there will be twice as many  Americans in jurisdictions where same-sex marriage is permitted as there are today.

However, Florida’s outlook for same sex marriage is grim. After the 2008 amendment to the Florida Constitution, both same-sex marriage and civil union have been constitutionally banned in Florida.

Article 1 Section 27 of the Florida Constitution states:

“Marriage defined. Inasmuch as marriage is the legal union of only one man and one woman as husband and wife, no other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof shall be valid or recognized.”

Because the law in Florida considers that there is no formal relationship between members of the same sex and unmarried couples, Estate Planning is particularly important. Same sex Couples in Florida have tools at their disposal to plan for the future, among these are Domestic Partnership Agreements. It is equally important to specify your wishes for medical care and elect your healthcare surrogate. Without these documents the hospital must keep you alive by any means necessary, no matter the cost or true desire. Provide your loved ones as much protection as possible by establishing your estate plan.

For more information on successful Florida estate planning and probate, please contact the South Florida law firm of Wild Felice & Pardo, P.A. at 954-944-2855 or via email at info@wfplaw.com to schedule your free consultation.

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The Longest Day

Posted by on Jun 21, 2011 in asset protection, estate planning, Legal News, Probate, tax, Trusts, Wills |

Too often we use the excuse that “there aren’t enough hours in the day” when we are approached with chores that we know are important but require us to stop our daily routines long enough to take care of them.  One of the most important chores that you can ever check off of your To Do List is to have your estate plan drafted.  If you already have an estate plan, it is equally important to have it reviewed every 3 to 5 years with an estate planning attorney to account for changes in law, changes in tax and changes in your family.

Today is June 21.  June 21 is also known as the Summer Solstice; the longest day of the year.  My challenge to you is to use the extra time we receive today (and yes, I know we still only get 24 hours but work with me on this) to make an appointment with an estate planning attorney and get your estate plan in place and up to date before your days get shorter and shorter.

For more information on successful Florida estate planning and probate, please contact the South Florida law firm of Wild Felice & Pardo, P.A. at 954-944-2855 or via email at info@wfplaw.com to schedule your free consultation.

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Don’t Be a Weiner

Posted by on Jun 16, 2011 in asset protection, estate planning, Legal News, Trusts |

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner listened to calls for his resignation from Congress after a two-week scandal. The scandal initiated when he posted a photograph exposing his genitals through his twitter account.

The sexting scandal grew when the Weiner admitted that he lied after initially claiming that his account had been hacked. Weiner eventually admitted that he sent the picture and had maintained several inappropriate relationships with women he met online. Weiner will most likely lose a very promising political career because he allowed himself to be exposed.

Don’t be a Weiner, never leave yourself exposed. That includes your assets and your loved ones.  For most people leaving a legacy to their loved ones is a priority. We live in a very litigious society; you never know when someone may want their share of your work. Don’t let a lifetime of hard work slip away in a matter of days. Make sure your Estate Plan and Asset Protection Plan are in order.

For more information on successful Florida estate planning and probate, please contact the South Florida law firm of Wild Felice & Pardo, P.A. at 954-944-2855 or via email at info@wfplaw.com to schedule your free consultation.

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The Heat Can’t Lose

Posted by on Jun 13, 2011 in asset protection, estate planning, Legal News, Probate, Trusts, Wills |

While NBA analysts, sports experts, newspaper columnists, and even your neighbor can make predictions on what is going to happen next, the truth is that the future is unknown for even the most talented of NBA teams.  Just like these NBA teams, our future is unknown. The morbid reality is that no one knows when they will die.  You can’t predict your future so it’s best to be prepared for it … by properly planning your estate to assure that your assets are protected.

For more information on successful Florida estate planning and probate, please contact the South Florida law firm of Wild Felice & Pardo, P.A. at 954-944-2855 or via email at info@wfplaw.com to schedule your free consultation.

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