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When you are putting together an estate plan, it is important to ensure that you are making informed decisions throughout the process. This means being careful to avoid several all-too-common mistakes. Not only can oversights and other mistakes leave gaps in your estate plan, but they can also leave your […]
As a property owner in Florida, you have clear legal rights. However, your rights are not absolute. In certain circumstances, government agencies can take ownership of your property through their power of eminent domain. Not only that, but in some cases government agencies can also use their power of eminent […]
Top 3 Things to Know If You Are in a Motor Vehicle Accident:
1. Be covered
Before you get behind the wheel, make sure you are covered! Vehicles with a Florida registration are only required by Florida Law to have a minimum of $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection AND a minimum of $10,000 in property damage liability coverage.
2. Document
In the event you are in a motor vehicle accident, document everything. If you are able, move your car off the road and onto the shoulder, and dial 911 to report an accident.
3. Seek Medical Treatment
You may recognize that you have an injury right away. If you or your passengers are injured, wait for emergency personnel to arrive, and treat you appropriately.
If John goes to Title Company A and signs a Deed conveying his property to Buyer 1 at 9:00 am (and gets his check); then John goes to Title Company B and signs a Deed conveying the SAME property to Buyer 2 at 10:00 am (and gets another check); then at 11:00 am Title Company A records the Deed to Buyer 1; then at 12:00 pm Title Company B records the Deed to Buyer 2 . . . We know John is a crook; but . . . when the dust settles — who owns the property? Buyer 1 or Buyer 2?