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- February 19th, 2026
When families begin discussing guardianship for a loved one, emotions are often already running high. Questions about medical care, finances, independence, and long-term well-being can quickly turn into disagreements, especially when multiple relatives believe they know what is best. In Florida, a guardianship becomes “contested” when interested parties formally object to who should serve as
You might be wondering–Why must every health care entity maintain and operate a compliance program? These programs are important for many reasons, including avoiding legal liability, but they also demonstrate your organization’s commitment to honesty, ethical behavior, and acting responsibly in favor of their clients. When done properly, a good compliance program motivates employees to
September 8th, 2022Many of us are aware of the emotional hardships that come when a loved one is succumbing to their addictions. While hope can seem lost at times, there are resources to help those who are suffering. We’ve discussed the benefits of The Marchman Act in previous posts, but a variety of our clients still have
January 15th, 2022The Marchman Act has been immensely influential since its inception, however many don’t truly know the history of the Marchman Act. It was named after Rev. Hal S. Marchman when implemented in 1993. The act is designed to provide an avenue for involuntary assessment/stabilization and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental
December 17th, 2021Yes, if your loved one has health insurance that covers the cost of substance use disorder treatment and you arrange for treatment at a facility that accepts that insurance. However, determining insurance coverage is a very important step that should not be overlooked when planning to get your loved one into treatment. Some insurance plans
June 24th, 2020Will The Marchman Act Be On My Loved One’s Record? The Marchman Act, a pivotal piece of legislation in Florida, offers a lifeline to individuals grappling with substance abuse impairment. This act empowers family members and loved ones to seek court-ordered assistance when someone is unable to make a rational decision due to their struggles
June 24th, 2020You can arrange for your loved one to receive substance use disorder (“SUD”) treatment services at any licensed SUD treatment facility licensed in Florida. If you do not arrange for a certain treatment facility, then the Court will select a treatment facility for you. SUD treatment facilities that have not been pre-arranged may not accept
June 24th, 2020What is a small estate when it comes to estate planning and application of a Summary Administration of probate? As per Chapter 735 of the Florida Statute, there are two important criteria that can each qualify an estate as a “small estate.” What that really means is that summary administration – a shorter and less
April 23rd, 2020Estate Planning Attorney Near Me At Robinson & Casey Law, we make the process of estate planning as simple as possible. There are multiple forms and details that go into this. While many people assume that they can simply download a form they found online, what they don’t recognize is that there are important laws
April 23rd, 2020I think it’s important to make sure that your whole family has an estate plan in place. An estate plan will differ depending on if it’s simply you and your spouse or if you have children, and the age of your kids. Your children may not need wills done while they’re young, but it is
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