Filing for Social Security Disability benefits can feel overwhelming. To be honest, it is overwhelming. The paperwork is confusing. The process takes months. More than 6 in 10 first applications in Florida are denied. It's understandable to wonder whether you're doing everything correctly. The good news is that you don't...
SOME FLORIDA DOCTORS CARRY NO MALPRACTICE INSURANCE
Most people assume every Florida doctor carries malpractice insurance. Many do not. Florida law does not require it. Section 458.320, Florida Statutes, requires physicians to demonstrate financial responsibility for malpractice claims. Most do that in one of three ways: malpractice insurance, an escrow account, or a bank letter of credit....
Can You Give Up Your Parental Rights to Avoid Paying Child Support in Florida?
The Short Answer: No. It's one of the most common—and most misunderstood—questions we hear from parents facing difficult family situations: "If I sign away my parental rights, do I still have to pay child support?" The answer, in almost every case, is no. Simply giving up your parental rights does...
What a Good Social Security Disability Attorney Should Actually Do for You: A Stage-by-Stage Guide
At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A., we hear a version of the same story more often than we'd like. Someone calls us after spending months — sometimes years — with another disability attorney. They weren't sure what was happening with their case. The SSA kept mailing them forms they didn't...
Summer Vacation and Florida Time-Sharing: Can You Take the Kids Out of State Without Your Ex’s Permission?
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing South Florida Families Every June, the same question lands on our desk: "I want to take the kids on vacation this summer — do I need my ex's permission?" The honest answer is the one no one wants to hear: it depends...
Divorce After 50 in Florida: Retirement Accounts, Social Security, and Long-Term Alimony
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing South Florida Families If you or someone you know is considering divorce after 50 in Florida, our firm has the experience to guide you through the process. Divorce among adults after 50, where gray divorce has roughly doubled since 1990, is the...
Mental Health & SSDI: Navigating Claims for Anxiety and Depression
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits based on anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions can be especially challenging. Unlike physical injuries, these conditions are often invisible—and that makes proving your case to the Social Security Administration (SSA) more complex. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, we regularly work with individuals...
Second Marriage? Why a Prenup Should Be Non-Negotiable
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Protecting Florida Families for Over 40 Years A second marriage is rarely a financial fresh start. You are not beginning with a clean slate—you are bringing a life with you. And that life often includes: Children from a prior relationship Real estate or investment property...
Business Owners and Divorce in Florida: What You Need to Protect Now
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Protecting Florida Families and Businesses Protecting Your Business Through Divorce If you own a business and are facing divorce—or even thinking about it—this is not just a personal matter. It is a financial and operational risk that can directly impact your ownership,...
Social Security Disability Terms Explained: A Clear Guide for Florida Applicants
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Representing Florida Disability Clients for Over 40 Years Applying for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re dealing with a serious medical condition and a system filled with unfamiliar terms. Over the years, we’ve seen how confusion about the process leads to...