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We all know to stock up on water, canned goods, and gas when a hurricane is looming, but seldom do we give thought to those very important documents we gave our time, energy and money to obtain. So here’s a PSA (Public Service Announcement) from our family to yours: Make sure all of your estate…
It’s not often we get to report good news when it comes to nursing facilities. Most of the time it is a horrible story on poor hygiene or elder abuse, but NOT TODAY! Jean Makesh, CEO of Lantern assisted living facilities, has created a beautiful nursing facility that makes its residents feel “right at home.”Makesh created an environment residents are proud to call their home, even if they don’t remember their own name. Instead of rooms or units, each resident gets a “home” on a quiet little
Having a will is just as important for ordinary folks as it is for multi- millionaires–and failing to organize your estate is a major financial mistake for anyone. CNBC’s Sharon Epperson offers simple steps to help you set up your will. Check out the extremely useful video HERE or click on the image above. If you can’t…
Irama Valdes, Esq. has been selected to 2016 Florida Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70…
If you’re an avid reader of this blog, you know the impact Alzheimer’s has had on my life and my family’s life. When I read the following article a year ago, I saw a light at the end of the tunnel for all of those suffering through this disease, either a victim themselves or as a…
Because of many kind, persistent, and hardworking teachers, I am where I am today. I have the ability to help so many people through the legal justice system and in life. I can read, write, and speak two languages and know the difference between their, they’re, and there. In honor and gratitude of teachers, Irama Valdes, P.A. is…
Teacher’s day is coming up on Tuesday May 3rd and what better way for Irama Valdes, P.A. to show their appreciation for the most honorable profession than to announce that we are now part of the ARAG Network! Many teachers have the ability to sign up for legal insurance. ARAG provides teachers access to the legal…
We are often asked to prepare a Living Will. Many times the person asking has confused the term «Living Will» for «Last Will and Testament.» The two documents are wholly different and accomplish different things for the individual executing them. The Florida Bar often provides wonderful literature, making my job as a writer, sometimes, much simpler.…
It’s not a pretty thought, but have you ever wondered what happens to your little one if you and the child’s other parent die? Don’t have an answer? Well, you should! It’s not a pleasant subject to discuss, but the important ones never are. Here’s an example of what can happen if you and the child’s parent…
