If the stocks are not jointly owned and there is no pay/transfer on death beneficiary for the stocks, then a probate will need to be opened. The...

If the trust assets had not all been distributed prior to his death, you will have to refer to the trust as to what should happen to that...

I am sorry for your loss. I think my colleagues have answered your question very well, and I agree with them that the deed will state whether it is...

It is always sad to see these cases. As the other attorney mentioned, if your mother still has the mental capacity to do so, then she can revoke...

Good question. There are definitely ways to avoid probate, but a will might still be needed. I've seen family members fight with the decedent's...

If no foreclosure case after more than 5 years without mortgage payments. is prop. life estate according Florida law?

A life estate is the ownership of land for the duration of a person's life. Whether you own the property as a life estate or not depends on your...

My home was been sold as a short sale. A month later i have a realstate agent knocking on my door telling me that i have to

If you sold your home at a short sale, then you need to move out because someone else owns it now. If you bought this home at a short sale, then...

I am a small business owner being sued in District Court in Florida by a delivery driver hired as an Independent Contractor.

I agree with these answers. But is this case in small claims court? FL Small Claims Rule 7.050(a)(2) states in relevant part that, "A corporation...

Because of sewer issues, I have not been able to use my toilet for 12 days. How long is considered reasonable for repairs?

I agree with this attorney's answer. I would also suggest you read about your rights under Florida law. I have included a link to related...

Can a contract start like a letter? Addressed with the first name of one of the parties?

I agree with these other attorneys. The fact that "John" starts the letter does not make any difference. Certain agreements do need to be in...