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Are real property title disputes probate creditor “claims”?

If you're going to sue a decedent's probate estate, the first question you'll want to ask yourself is if your lawsuit is going to be subject to Florida's ultra-short limitations periods for probate creditor claims. And to answer that question you'll need to figure out i...

Are title disputes probate creditor “claims”?

If you're going to sue a decedent's probate estate, the first question you'll want to ask yourself is if your lawsuit is going to be subject to Florida's ultra-short limitations periods for probate creditor claims. And to answer that question you'll need to figure out i...

The Aretha Franklin will contest never would have happened in Florida

As reported in A jury rules a handwritten will found under Aretha Franklin's couch cushion is valid: A jury in Michigan has ruled that a [2014] note handwritten by the late soul singer Aretha Franklin is valid as her will, according to The Associated Press. In 2019, Fra...

Terminating Reverse Mortgages: What You Should Know

Are you wondering how to end your loan? A reverse mortgage can be a helpful income supplement for homeowners. However, there may come a time when you need to explore ways to get out of a reverse mortgage. We'll discuss various options, such as exercising the right of re...

What Are Mill Rates: Understanding Property Taxes

The mill rate is an important factor in understanding property taxes in the US. It represents the taxes paid per dollar of a property's assessed value. Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the mill rate and dividing the result by 1,000. Mil...

Liability caps: importance of clear drafting

A recent High Court decision on the proper construction of a contractual liability cap reminds us of the importance of clear and coherent drafting both within a clause and across the contract as a whole.

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