Trusts are flexible estate planning tools that can serve a variety of purposes. When combined with a Will and other appropriate estate planning tools, trusts can help people at all stages of life confidently achieve their estate planning goals. Several different types of trusts are used in estate planning. Broadly speaking, these trusts fall into […]
For victims of boating accidents in Florida, recovering just compensation can be a critical step in the recovery process. Injuries from boating accidents can result in significant medical costs, pain and suffering, and other financial and non-financial losses, and these losses can be far more than what most people can bear on their own. If […]
According to a report from the Florida Department of Health, Florida has one of the highest rates of preventable drownings in the country. While some accidental drownings occur on our lakes and inland waterways, many occur in pool drowning—including swimming pools in people’s backyards. If you have a swimming pool, it is important to ensure […]
NAPLES-MARCO ISL., Fla. (Feb. 16, 2024) — Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney Dominico R. Palma has joined the firm and will be based in the Marco Island, Florida location. Palma focuses on estate planning law, probate and trust administration, and real estate transactions in his law practice. He shares, […]
Whenever you are dealing with a family-related legal issue, it is important to ensure that you are making informed decisions. Unfortunately, there are many myths out there, and if you rely on these myths, you could end up making the wrong decisions for yourself and your loved ones. Here are five examples of common myths […]