Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Did you know “Cyber Monday” is now the biggest shopping day of the year? It is the first Monday after Thanksgiving, and has recently supplanted “Black Friday” as the top annual retailer sales event. Although it is a fairly new invention, it is easy to understand why it is gaining… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Veterans contribute to society in many ways, often more than we will ever know, and Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor their service and sacrifice. Offering a sincere “thank you for your service” can go a long way, especially for older and disabled vets. There is more, however, you… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to celebrate those bravely battling the disease of breast cancer, and honor those who have succumbed to it. Millions of women, and thousands of men, have been affected by the disease and yet little is known about its exact causes. Genetics and age… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Having an out-of-date Florida estate plan may sometimes be worse than not having one at all. If your old plan designates others that you do not want making decisions, it may be worse than not having one at all. The best practice by far, however, is to have a current plan… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Falling is not a normal part of aging, yet it’s estimated that one in four seniors will fall this year. The consequences are often severe, with research showing roughly three million senior Americans likely being admitted to hospital emergency rooms, and unfortunately, thousands of them succumbing to their injuries. Assistive devices… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. This upcoming September 11th marks 18 years since the devastating terrorist attacks that took the lives of 2,977 people. Throughout the years since the attacks, many initiatives have been created to support survivors and the families of victims. Recently, for example, the Senate passed a bill to ensure a fund… Read more »
Five Questions to Ask Senior Parents About Medical Alert Systems Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Did you know medical alert systems are critical technologies that have helped so many seniors over the past several decades? August has been designated national MedicAlert Awareness Month? Alert systems come in different forms and with varying features, depending on… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. As Floridians, we know that hurricanes are among the most devastating natural disasters on earth. Tree-snapping winds, torrential rains, and mass flooding are just some of the superstorm’s deadly effects. Others, like prolonged power outages, can cause a wide range of dangerous situations that exist long after the storms pass. … Read more »
Estate planning tends to be a foreign concept for most people. Besides creating a last will and testament and placing funds into a trust, many of us do not know all of the planning options available or how those options protect our assets. Without planning, your estate may end up in probate when you die. A… Read more »
