Government: State - Press Releases

Florida Notary Bill to Allow Acceptance of Foreign Passport

LogoWhen performing notarial duties, some states stipulate the types of identification a Notary Public may accept to identify a signer. However, many states allow the Notary to determine which kind of ID is sufficient.

Additional Notary Stamp May Be Required on Real Estate Transactions

LogoThe Texas legislature is introducing a bill in the 21st legislative session that will require certain real estate transactions to include an additional notary stamp. To help reduce fraudulent transactions on real estate documentations, the extra notary stamp will be recorded with the county clerk's office.

Florida Notary Division to Publish List of Online Notaries

LogoRemote Online Notary (RON) providers will face additional guidelines

AstroAgency and Scottish Space Leadership Council Secure Space Agency Funding

A strategic marketing firm working exclusively across the international space sector has been awarded a development grant from the UK Space Agency to establish a space hub on behalf of the Scottish Space Leadership Council (SSLC).

Beverly Hills Lawyer Advises Trust-Based Estate Plans as a Relatively Straightforward Solution to Inheritance

LogoIn California, one of the primary goals in many Estate plans is avoiding the need for probate, a process where the validity of a will is reviewed. To avoid this scenario, the Beverly-Hills based legal team at Kushner Legal recommend trust-based estate plans.

American Association of Notaries Announces New Promotion Within Florida Division

LogoThe American Association of Notaries recently announced RoseAnn Varnodore has been promoted to a new position within the Florida Division of Corporations. The current Operations & Management Consultant Manager for the Florida Division of Corporations, Florida Notary, Managing Notary Section, Varnodore, earned her promotion following years of successful service at the Florida Division of Corporations.

American Association of Notaries Announces Launch of a New Florida Notary Website

LogoThe American Association of Notaries is excited to announce the launch of the newly designed floridanotaries.com website. We have spent several months completely redesigning our website to make it easier for Florida notary visitors to learn how to become a Florida notary. The website now features a wizard to guide Florida notary applicants through the Florida notary application process. It is now easier than ever to become a Florida notary.

New Florida Notary Application Version

LogoEffective August 1st, 2020, Florida notary applicants must complete a new Florida notary application form to apply to become a Florida notary or renew a Florida notary commission. The Governor's office announced that all older notary application versions before this date will be rejected.

Making Family Law Litigation an Avoidable Expense

LogoWhen staying together is no longer an option for families, the period that follows can be tumultuous and emotionally charged. As a legal firm in California, the team members at Kushner Legal recommend implementing domestic agreements as a means of avoiding family law litigation should the worst occur.

Attorney in Los Angeles Discuss Trusts and the Personal Benefits

LogoTrust-based estate plans have a number of significant benefits for the trust-maker says Los Angeles attorney Lars Kushner

Estate Lawyer in Los Angeles Reveals the Best Way to Own a Home

LogoThe way a property is titled can streamline estate planning cautions recommends lawyer from Los Angeles

Estate Lawyer in West Hollywood Discusses Challenging a Trust-Part Two

LogoCourts and the Probate impose limits on who has the ability to sue to respect the administration and wishes will-makers

Estate Lawyer in West Hollywood Discusses Challenging a Trust

LogoA critical issue in Trust and Estate litigation is the determining who has the ability to challenge a trust

New Partnership Brings Image One & Clerk Official Record (COR) Software Together for Statewide Launch

LogoStreamlined system for recording and managing Official Records lets county recording clerks do more with less

US Tax Accountants in Vancouver Say Canadians with Cross-Border Operations Could Benefit from US Tax Relief Proposals

LogoTax measures included in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act may offer some relief to Canadian Multinationals

Beverly Hills Estate Lawyer Explains Contesting a Will in California

LogoContesting a legal will in the US is subject to the laws governing different each state

National Electronic Visit Verification Association (NEVVA) Partners with ADvancing States for 2020 EVV Summit

LogoJoin the National EVV Association (NEVVA) on May 8-9, 2020, in Salt Lake City for the Annual EVV Summit immediately following the ADvancing States Spring Meeting to explore the current state of EVV implementations, deadlines and requirements.

Beverly Hills Estate Lawyer Lars Kushner Explains Estate Planning for Members of the LGBTQ Community

LogoEstate planning is vital for ensuring that upon death, the people nearest and dearest will be provided for. In the LGBTQ community, there can still be considerable acrimony between individuals and family members. As laws change, it's important to stay on top of changing state laws that can have significant estate and tax implications. For more, go to: https://kushnerlegal.com/estate-planning-for-the-lgbtq-community/

Gov. Kevin Stitt 'Lawyers Up' in Casino Gambling Dispute

LogoThe agreement covers up to $300,000 in legal fees, and Perkins Coie may charge up to $750 per hour. The current dispute between thirty-five tribes and the state dates back to December 2019, when Governor Stitt announced that the current 15-year compact would expire on January 1, 2020. Under the terms of that compact, the agreement automatically renews unless either party requested renegotiation. The state tried to renegotiate the terms, and the tribes refused to accept the state's offer. So, as far as they are concerned, the agreement is still in effect. Nevertheless, Governor Stitt insisted that "All Class III gaming activity [became] illegal on January 1st of 2020."

Beverly Hills Estate Lawyer Explains the Process of Creating a Legal Will

LogoBeverly Hills Estate Lawyers and Attorneys shares the requirements of a valid will in California

Cambridge Community Gathers Support to Drop the Suit

LogoSupporters Stand in Unison for Equity Before Profits in Cambridge

US Tax Professionals in Vancouver Shares Insight Into New Tax Rules for Divorce and Alimony Payments

LogoUS Tax Professionals in Vancouver has just published an article on how changing tax laws will impact divorce and alimony payments in 2019.

National Electronic Visit Verification Association (NEVVA) Announces Release of State EVV Implementation Tracker

LogoThe National Electronic Visit Verification Association (NEVVA) is proud to announce the release of its new State EVV Implementation Tracker, which was made public at the National Home and Community Based Services Conference. This tool is the first of its kind and provides a single website detailing the States' EVV implementation process under the 21st Century Cures Act. NEVVA, in coordination with ADvancing States (formerly the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD)) and Applied Self-Direction, worked to design a tool that allows website visitors to quickly and easily access pertinent implementation processes and details.

US Tax Professionals Discuss Credit Reports and What's Necessary to Know

LogoAs a firm that provides US tax services for US and Canadian citizens looking for individual and business services, the team at US Tax Professionals in Vancouver know that credit reports play a vital role in financial well-being. To help people understand the report as well as protect them from identity theft and fraud, US Tax Professionals has just released a new article.

Chartered Professional Accountants in Vancouver Discuss Tax-Efficient Strategies for Holding Real Estate in 2019

LogoThere's a lot of confusion around the most tax-efficient way to hold real estate in 2019. According to the chartered professional accountants at Mew + Company in Vancouver, misunderstanding the difference between Real Estate Development and Real Estate Investment is often the problem. For more, go to: https://www.mewco.ca/blog/vancouver-real-estate-investments-personal-or-corporate-ownership/