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The In cre di ble H u m an -Anim al B on d By Adriana Seidl (Odachowski) Animals have been a part of my life from birth. I cannot picture life without them. Growing up with dogs, they became the heroes of my adventures, my protectors and my ever present friends. If you have ever hiked in the company of a dog, you know exactly what I am talking about. It can be ascertained that animals and humans have evolved together throughout history and developed an incredible bond unlike no other. Our relationship with animals is now more than symbiotic. However, it has taken thousands of years for the first smart wolf who wandered around human settlements to become that cuddly puppy that wears matching pajamas. Culture and religion played a part in the way humans related and continue to relate with animals. Dogs and Cats were revered as deities in ancient Egypt. However, in the Middle Ages, black cats were the victims of superstition and linked to witchcraft. Today, animals are front and center in our lives. They help us heal and they are our emotional support. Moreover, they are our therapy, our protectors, and our loyal, working partners. They greet us at the door with love and devotion. They lick our tears, guide our steps, and save our lives. They share our beds, guard our dreams and elevate our spirits. “Until one has loved an animal, part of one’s soul In a spiritual sense, animals help us remember what we really are. remains unawakened”. Anatole France Boyette Animal Hospital is proud to provide your pets with the highest quality of treatment and care from twelve veterinarians and a devoted staff. To make an appointment, please call (813) 671-3400.
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Legal-EASE Common Mistakes With DIY Wills In this day where everything is just one click away, internet do-it-yourself software programs, you may be debating whether or not to hire an attorney to prepare your Will. Certainly, DIY legal documents are convenient and have little expense. Yet, large senior advocate organizations like AARP issue warnings about common mistakes when a qualified estate planning attorney is not involved.
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In our office we have seen many of the mistakes when people write their own Wills. For example, Florida has one of the strictest execution requirements in the nation. If the Will is not executed precisely according to the law, then a person ends up dying without a valid Will. Another common mistake is not disposing of all the estate assets. In other words, a “catch-all clause” or residuary clause is often missing. This means that the bulk of the estate may pass as if there was no Will, so that the persons you intended to benefit do not receive what had been specified for them. Yet, another common mistake is not adding provisions to take into account what happens if there are beneficiaries who die before you or your nominated executor dies before you and you have not named a successor. Finally, some people may believe that it is too costly to work with a qualified attorney to prepare your Will. This is not the case when you consider all the downsides if any one of many common mistakes occur. You’d be surprised how inexpensive it is to have a qualified attorney prepare your Will and other important estate planning legal documents, and also receive peace of mind in the process. Emma Hemness is a both a Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney and a Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Located in Brandon, she has been assisting clients for over 20 years. Please visit us www.hemnesslaw.com or “Like” the Law Office of Emma Hemness on Facebook for elder care articles.
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