Monthly Archives: June 2025

When to Consult Expert Witnesses in Geriatric Medicine or Forensic Accounting
Complex guardianship and inheritance disputes regularly occur in the world of estate litigation. When they do, expert witnesses can play a crucial role. Two particularly important types of experts in these cases are those in geriatric medicine and forensic accounting. Used effectively with support from a Pompano Beach estate litigation lawyer, these professionals can… Read More »

Things to Know About Payable-on-Death (POD) or Transfer-on-Death (TOD) Beneficiaries
When handling estate matters in Florida, it’s important to understand how different types of asset designations impact inheritance rights. Two common tools used to pass assets outside of probate are Payable-on-Death (POD) and Transfer-on-Death (TOD) designations. These forms of beneficiary assignments allow funds or property to be transferred directly to named individuals upon the… Read More »

Undue Influence Is Not Always an Aggressive Action
When people think of undue influence in the context of estate planning, they often imagine a dramatic scene, such as someone threatening or manipulating an elderly vulnerable person. While these situations do occur, the reality is that undue influence can be far more subtle. This is often true in cases where aging individuals rely… Read More »

Florida Law Has Strict Deadlines for Contesting a Will or Trust
Contesting a Will or Trust in Florida is a serious legal action, and one that must be pursued within very specific timeframes. Whether you’re concerned about the authenticity of a document or believe the person who created the Will or Trust lacked mental capacity, the clock starts ticking quickly after a loved one passes… Read More »