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On March 27, 2020, the president signed the CARES Act into law, which among other things, provides broad temporary relief for federal student loan borrowers. For more than 40 million student loan borrowers carrying almost $1.4 trillion of debt, the CARES Act offers...
A bankruptcy, like many other legal representations, starts with you meeting with a bankruptcy lawyer. At Akin Law, we typically scheduled a consultation lasting between 30 and 45 minutes. Our office will email you a short information form to fill in with a map to our...
The NEW correct answer to this question is YES. One of the most frustrating aspects of the federal response to the financial hardships faced by many Americans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic is the lack of guidance available from Federal authorities. COVID-19...
Corona virus and the Elderly - Here's what people at talking about: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - People who are at Higher Risk: Older Adults Why Coronaviruses Hit Older Adults Hardest How to Protect Older People From the Coronavirus Can I visit my...
So, you are in “self-quarantine” or practicing “social distancing” but you have legal matters to address. What do you do – call a local lawyer or go online for services? Online legal services are a popular tool designed to save time and money, but are they a good idea...
Sherri talks about how the corona virus is effecting daily life at nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
You work hard to take care of your pets but have you ever thought about what happens to them after you pass away? Including your pets in your estate plan can give you the piece of mind that your faithful companions are well cared for even after you are no longer able...
This episode of Focus on Elder Law talks about how charitable giving effects estate planning.
A second marriage brings with it many changes. From name changes to beneficiaries, don't forget to add your Estate Plan and Will to the list of things that need to be updated. Listen to this week's Focus on Elder Law as Sherri discusses the things to consider with...
What is Homestead Exemption in Florida? In the state of Florida, a $25,000 exemption is applied to the first $50,000 of your property’s assessed value if your property is your permanent residence and you owned the property on January 1 of the tax year. This exemption...