Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Answers To FAQs About Florida Do Not Resuscitate Orders (DNRO)
As you are contemplating your Florida estate plan and working out details for advance directives, it is important that you not overlook a key document: A Do Not Resuscitate Order (DNRO), which can be critical in end-of-life situations. In short, this document is a statement of your wishes if health care providers must decide… Read More »
4 Signs A Loved One May Be Ready For Assisted Living In Florida
Aging and planning for long-term care can be a touchy subject for many people, but it is a topic you may need to address on behalf of a loved one in coming years. According to the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA), 1 in 5 Floridians is aged 65 and older and the population of… Read More »
Avoid These Celebrity Estate Planning Mistakes
Of all the different reasons cited for not addressing estate planning, not being rich enough seems to make it on the list for many people in Florida. Unfortunately, this is also one of the most damaging misconceptions: According to Forbes, one of the top myths about estate planning is lack of wealth or assets… Read More »
Overview Of Florida’s Spousal Elective Share Statute
Some of the most dramatic moments in film or TV occur when the long-suffering, surviving spouse finds out that he or she has been cut out of the will. While these scenes make for great entertainment, you would be devastated to find yourself in this type of real-life scenario. Being eliminated from your spouse’s… Read More »
Reasons You Still Need A Lawyer For A Florida Uncontested Custody Case
If you and your child’s other parent have been able to reach an agreement in your Florida custody case, you are in a very good position relative to many other co-parents. They might be looking at court hearings, mediation, and a long litigation process before obtaining resolution on parental responsibilities and time-sharing. Fortunately, you… Read More »
Tips For Grandparents When Estate Planning For Grandchildren
If you have the means to do so, leaving money to your grandchildren is a way to support their future success and take care of financial needs. In particular, many grandparents in your position are looking for options to defray educational costs that continue to rise. Statistics reveal that college expenses have tripled in… Read More »
High Net Worth Divorce In Florida: Real Life Versus TV Drama
Many people are familiar with the legal concepts and process through fictional accounts and some may even have personal experience with high net worth divorce in Florida. While TV shows and films do an excellent job of achieving their goal, which is to engage and entertain you as the audience. However, the methods are… Read More »
Moving To Assisted Living In Florida? Considerations Regarding Your Home
You have probably heard how a large percentage of elderly Americans will require some sort of long-term care during their lifetimes, but things really come into focus when you start to weigh your options. Cost will be a significant factor, especially in light of statistics regarding long-term care in the US. Almost one-quarter of… Read More »
How To Open A Conversation About Prenuptial Agreements In Florida
If you will be making a trip down the aisle any time soon, some figures regarding divorce will certainly be encouraging. According to the Institute for Family Studies (IFS), divorces have been steadily falling in the US in recent years, hitting a record low in 2019. For every 1,000 couples who married that year,… Read More »
Key Sections Of A Florida Designation Of Health Care Surrogate Form
When you think about the concept of civil rights, your mind probably turns to freedom of speech, protection from discrimination, and other basic constitutional principles. You probably do not expect these issues to touch upon estate planning, but Florida lawmakers take a different view: The Florida statute on Health Care Advance Directives actually falls… Read More »
