Our City Davie: June 2021

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 10 It’s Hurricane Season

CALENDAR

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Publishers Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com Managing Editor Christy Jaillet Art Director Tom Rowe

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FEATURE STORY

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The New Palace at Weston

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It’s Hurricane Season

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he 2020 Hurricane season was one of the busiest on record. There were more named storms in the Atlantic than in any other year in recorded history. Thankfully, South Florida never had a direct impact! We had plenty to worry about with the pandemic.

The latest forecasts expect 2021 to also be an above-average year for hurricanes. We all need to be prepared.

It Only Takes One Storm

According to Florida State’s Tropical Cyclone Track Probability Tool, Broward County has about an 80% chance of having a tropical cyclone pass over us and a 30% chance for a major hurricane. Every one of us needs to be prepared.

The most important thing is to have a plan. The Department of Homeland Security’s ready.gov/hurricanes website offers the following basic preparedness tips: ⊲ Know where to go if ordered to evacuate and have an idea of where your family will stay if you leave. ⊲ Put together a go-bag that includes flashlights, batteries, cash, a first aid kit, medications, copies of critical personal information, and water. ⊲ If you think you may stay in your home, ensure you have several days of adequate supplies in case you lose power and water supply. ⊲ Create a family communication plan to ensure you and your loved ones are informed.

Living in South Florida comes with so many benefits it’s hard to list them all. The biggest challenge we face each year is the threat of hurricanes. A little planning will make a big difference.

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Get in-depth instruction from experienced paranormal investigators the techniques and equipment used during their research and how to prepare and protect yourself during an investigation! This workshop features Tim Arnwine, author of Ghost Hunting: Getting Started. There will be an investigation of the Davie School House immediately following the workshop. 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Old Davie School Historical Museum. Tickets are available at www.olddeavieschool.org.

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JUNE 6 Magic at the Museum

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Island SPACE Caribbean Museum is celebrating its global launch and fundraiser witha very special night. The event will be an immersive showcase - a fusion of Caribbean talent, celebrity and storytelling. The virtual event will carry viewers on a journey illustrating the dynamic story of the Caribbean region, and celebrating the influence our culture now holds over the world. Red Carpet starts at 5:30 PM, event begins at 6:00 pm. Register at www.islandspacefl. org. Visit the museum in the Westfield Broward Mall.

Savor SoFLOW Festival

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JUNE 8 Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society

Learn about horticulture! This month’s Speaker is Than Nyugen of Springwater Orchids. The meeting will be held at the Barbecue House at Flamingo Gardens in Davie. Doors open at 7:00pm, meeting starts at 7:30. There will be an orchid raffle and Orchid Show and Tell. For more information email flamingogardensorchidsociety@gmail.com 12 / Our City Davie / June 2021 / OurCityMedia.com

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June 2021 Calendar (continued) JUNE 18 Father-Son Adventure Night

Cooper City will be hosting a Father-Son Adventure night at the Community Center.

Cooper City residents are invited to compete in Pinewood Derby fun! Registration is required. The event is open to Cooper City residents only. Register at the Cooper City Community Center. Registration fees are $30 per father and son, and $12 per additional son. For more info call 954-4344300 #352

JUNE 19 Juneteenth: Freedom Day

On June 19, 1865, Union Army General Gordon Granger road into Galveston, Texas to enforce Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in the last, most remote known location in the South. Since then, the date has been celebrated as the end of American slavery. It is helpful to reflect on the darkest parts of our history in order for us to look forward. Join together with friends and neighbors to celebrate the freedoms we have and the progress that still needs to come.

JUNE 26 Artisan Market at the Tower

Enjoy a wonderful Friday Night browsing and shopping from amazing local artists and crafters while enjoying live music. Also enjoy dinner at any of our onsite amazing eateries. Perfect kick out for the weekend!

Weston Town Center, 5:30PM - 10:30PM.

JUNE 19-20 Featured Creatures Weekend

This Father’s Day weekend, Flamingo Gardens features the creatures that make your heart race. Learn about modern raptor and crocodilian dinosaur descendants from the experts with live animal and fossil presentations or take a guided tour of the exhibits to learn fun facts. Kids can make crafts and challenge dad to games. Best of all, Dads enter free with another paid full-priced admission. Flamingo Gardens, 1750 S. Flamingo Rd, Davie. For more info call 954-4732955 or visit www.flamingogardens.com.

JUNE 20 Fathers’ Day

Celebrate fathers, fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Many countries celebrate it on the third Sunday of June, though it is also celebrated widely on other days by many other countries. Happy Father’s Day!

Tickled: The Art of Standup

The Florida Children’s Theater is offering a one-day comedy workshop for children ages 7-15. Participants will be introduced to the art of standup comedy. They will each have an opportunity to write jokes, receive feedback and perform. Registration is $25 and includes lunch. Held at the Florida Children’s Theater, 3501 Davie Road, Bld #5 on the NOVA University campus. For more info email Cindyannboisson@gmail.com.

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pened in March 2021, residents of The Palace at Weston are treated like royalty. The five-star Senior Living Community features spacious, designer-appointed apartments and luxury resort-style amenities along with gourmet dining experiences and entertainment options that rival any cruise ship. The Palace offers three distinct buildings under one roof with Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care residences.

Adam Rosenblum, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for The Palace Group, shares more about what to expect now that the Community is open.

What exactly is The Palace at Weston?

It is a luxury Senior Living Community offering residents a continuum of care with Independent, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, in three separate buildings; each has its own entrance, amenities, and staffing geared to the care level it offers.

We invite interested individuals to visit the building as soon as possible to experience the elegance that is found at The Palace at Weston.

Tell us about the residences at The Palace at Weston.

The Palace offers some of the most spacious and well-appointed Senior Living residences in South Florida. There are two fully furnished one- and two-bedroom model apartments to show someone what an actual residence will include. Each features a kitchen with granite countertops and a stainless-steel appliance package, California-style custom closets, and luxurious bathrooms. Most residences include a den for extra space as well as a balcony.

The apartments sound beautiful, but what else does The Palace at Weston offer residents?

Ritz Carlton-style amenities and services are trademarks of The Palace Group and include an elegant dining room, state-ofthe-art fitness center, piano bar, theater, library, and computer center. A monthly fee includes entertainment and social activities, gourmet dining and wine, security, maintenance, transportation, housekeeping, and utilities, and satellite TV.

Please tell us more about the exciting entertainment options.

Each day is like living aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Many senior communities offer happy hours once a week; our communities offer happy hours every night with live entertainment. But that’s only happy hour. There are activities that take place every day, morning into night, planned by a full-time activity department. We want people to have a wealth of choices and new experiences, from belly dancing to learning to play the piano to adult education classes with the University of Miami OSHER. People want to enjoy highend amenities and want to be challenged mentally and physically.

How has The Palace adjusted in this Covid-19 world?

We are pleased to say that The Palace’s Senior Living Communities have weathered the Covid storm very well. To date, over 90% of our residents have been vaccinated as well as the vast majority of team members. Under the direction of our Chief Nursing Officer Marilyn Bustamante, The Palace continues to adhere to Covid-19 mitigation protocols, while pro-viding the socially engaging lifestyle that The Palace Communities are known for.

What else distinguishes The Palace?

We bring over 40 years of Senior Living experience to what we do. Jacob and Helen Shaham, founders and owners of The Palace Group, are passionately involved in the day-to-day operations of every one of their communities. The Palace at Weston is their tenth community.

What industry awards has The Palace Group earned?

The Palace communities have received scores of notable awards and recognition including the National Association of Home Builders’ prestigious BEST Senior Living and BEST Independent Living Community in the country. The Palace also has been recognized for four consecutive years by

Gallup as one of the Most Exceptional Workplaces in the world. Furthermore, we seek the highest standards offered by the senior housing industry such as The Governor’s Gold Seal Award, CARF Accreditation, and Joint Commission Accreditation.

Anything else you want readers to know about The Palace at Weston?

Please visit our brand new, magnificent community and see for yourself why you, or your loved one, should live at The Palace at Weston. We offer a carefree lifestyle with some of the largest Senior Living residences in South Florida and most include dens offering flex space for a caregiver or to use as an office, den, or guest space. The safety and security of our residents is of utmost importance which is why we offer state-ofthe-art building access with surveillance cameras and video security system, 24-hour manned guardhouse, and underground parking.

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ix years ago, Coach Antwon Chaney created West Express and West Express Elite track teams because he saw a need to promote the specialty sport in the area. Boys and girls were invited to participate in the select athletic program which encourages discipline as well as academics. Both these programs exceeded his and his students’ expectations and many of his runners have been chosen to run at their dream colleges and universities.

Chaney’s success and drive to involve more students in his program had his mind constantly racing as well. In the process of figuring this out, the esteemed coach learned that not everyone

wants to run track. The Weston resident and coach thought about a girls’ flag football team a while ago, but the time just never seemed appropriate.

Being part of the athletic world professionally for decades, he knows that the teen years are critical for not just physical development, but for social and emotional development for both boys and girls in their middle and high school years. Most think that football is a boys’ sport, but Chaney knew differently. He was always one step ahead in the game.

Females want to participate in a variety of sports just the same.

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more equally now more than ever before. We have a female Vice President in the White House, so nevertheless I followed the momentum going on in the world. I decided this was the perfect time to develop a girls’ flag football program,” explained Coach Chaney.

Chaney finally implemented the plan he had been dreaming about for quite some time. All girls in the 6th – 12th grades are invited to play in the firstever area travel flag football team. There is no limit to how many can play. Every Sunday from 3:00 pm-6:00 pm practice is open at Tequesta Trace Park located at 600 Indian

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The team even goes on college tours and just last month, the girls traveled to Dallas, Texas where they had the opportunity to be evaluated

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“The time is now! The sky is the limit for these girls!” exclaimed Chaney.

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roward County received a $53 million grant from the U.S. Treasury to assist residents with unpaid rent and utilities. The funds were made available by the recently past CARES Act and are part of the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). Residents financially impacted by COVID-19 can use apply for funds to help with rental and other assistance.

This program will pay 100% of rental and utility assistance for up to 12 months for qualifying households. Payments will be made directly to landlords and utilities plus an additional three months if funds are available and it’s determined the extra months are needed to ensure housing stability.

Funds must be used to reduce the household’s past due rent and/or utility bills before future payments can be made.

Once past due amounts are reduced, future payments for up to three months at a time

can be considered. The program will not provide funds to residents already receiving federally funded rental assistance provided for the same time period.

To be eligible, a household must be renting a unit, apartment or house within Broward County and include at least one individual who: • Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 • Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability • Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median Applications will be accepted as long as funds are available. To apply for assistance visit: https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/ ERAP-BrowardCountyFL/Participant or click on the QR code.

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ricane season on record. There were 30 named storms and 13 hurricanes. It was only the second time in history that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ran out of pre-selected names and was forced to use letters from the Greek alphabet to name storms.

The forecast includes three different models: an extended-range statistical prediction scheme, using 38 years of past data; an analog prediction model; and a statistical/ dynamical model based on 40 years of data.

All three models call for an active Atlantic hurricane season in 2021.

Factors contributing to the forecast include La Niña conditions in the tropical Pacific. La Niña, which means “little girl” in Spanish, results in colder water off the California coast; the cold water pushes the jet stream northward and leads to warmer

repare for an above-average Hurricane Season! That is the message scientists working at Colorado State University’s Tropical Meteorology Project have for residents of South Florida.

The research group predicts there will be 17 named storms in the Atlantic Basin this year. It also gives a 45% chance that a major hurricane (category 3-4-5) will hit the east coast of the United States.

The Atlantic has averaged about 12 named storms and six hurricanes a year since 1981 when the center began keeping track. As is the case with all hurricane seasons, it only takes one hurricane making landfall to make it an active season for everyone. We should prepare the same for every season, regardless of how much activity is predicted.

Last year was the busiest Atlantic hur-

conditions in the tropical Atlantic. La Niña conditions are associated with increased storm activity. The tropical Atlantic currently has near-average sea surface temperatures, while most of the subtropical Atlantic is warmer than normal.

Colorado State’s seasonal forecasts were developed by the late Dr. William Gray. He was the lead author on these predictions for over 20 years and continued as a co-author until he died in 2016. In addition to pioneering seasonal Atlantic hurricane prediction, he conducted groundbreaking research in a wide variety of other topics, including hurricane genesis, hurricane structure, and cumulus convection. His investments in both time and energy to these forecasts cannot be acknowledged enough.

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iving in South Florida has so many incredible perks. For much of the year, our weather is unparalleled, our beaches are envied around the world and South Florida’s culture is second to none. Of course, with all that good, we do get a bit of bad: hurricanes.

As we stay on the lookout for upcoming storms, it’s important to think about what will be needed in the event of a hurricane.

After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days.

Being prepared means having your own food, water, and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.

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he 2021 hurricane season is expected to have more storms than usual.

We all know what happens when a hurricane heads toward us: lines at gas stations form, grocery store shelves empty, and room rates at hotels north of us skyrocket. The most important thing someone can do to ensure they are safe in the event of a major storm is to create a hurricane emergency plan.

Should I Stay or Should I Go

The first and perhaps most important thing to plan is whether or not you will stay or leave when a storm hits. If leaving is part of your plan, make sure you know where you are going long before storm season.

Pre-arranging a visit with family or friends will make things much less stressful.

Plan your evacuation route thoroughly

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and what time of day you plan to evacuate.

There are only two major highways that run north from Broward County. Driving at night may be a better idea than during the day if many people are evacuating.

If you decide to stay, make sure your hurricane kit is ready. Be prepared for temporary power disruptions. Public water sources may become contaminated, so be sure to have plenty of bottled water.

You might even want to fill a tub the day of the storm.

Home Preparations

It is critical to prepare your home and property for a storm regardless of whether you stay or leave. Much of this work can be done long before a hurricane is imminent.

Clean up and remove debris or any item that could become airborne and damage

property. Make sure hurricane shutters are easily accessible and that you have the correct amount to secure your home properly.

Make sure you know who will be putting the shutters up in the event of a storm. Trim trees and bushes and remove ripe coconuts from trees.

Pack Your Kit

Pack your hurricane kit or check last year’s to make sure everything is up to date.

Stores typically sell out fast when a storm is on its way. Having everything you need ahead of time makes dealing with a storm much easier.

Hurricanes can inflict horrible damage to our homes and communities. If we have a good plan, we can minimize the risk to ourselves and our families. Stay safe!

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une 5 will be a busy day. The Town will sponsor and present a drive-by graduation ceremony at Western High School in the morning and Davie/ Cooper City Relay for Life will be held in the evening at Cooper City HS. Hope to see many of you there.

Davie town hall is again open to the public by appointment only. If you have business you wish to conduct in person, please call. We are also continuing all business online if you prefer.

We began the installation of seven (7) new fitness stations around the trail at Shenandoah Park on May 11th, 2021. Four (4) of the seven (7) fitness stations are ADA accessible. The anticipated completion date is June 30th, 2021. The anticipated cost is $65,000.

The park will not be closed; however, it is anticipated that there will be intermittent trail closures, as needed, to ensure resident’s safety. We are communicating with the HOA for the residents to be informed.

The Shenandoah Drainage Improvement Project was submitted by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz for a federal budget appropriation for 2021-22 Shenandoah consists of 612.4 acres and covers 1 square mile. 76% is residential, 12% is interconnected lakes, 8% is recreational/FPL corridor and the remaining 4% is commercial.

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By Mayor Judy Paul

The Vista Filare and Providence East neighborhoods collectively referred to as “The Grove” in previous permits, consist of 51.7 acres of which 92% is single-family residential and 8% lake area.

Over 6,000 residents and neighboring communities will benefit from this project.

Project Cost is $2,300,000 with the breakdown of the funds are as follows: • Stormwater Master Pump Station Design and Construction Observation - $234,865 • Pump Construction Cost - $2,216,000 This project has been a part of the Town of Davie’s 10-year Capital Improvement Program.

Our Aquatics division is in full swing and swim lessons are available in the following groups: Parent and Child Aquatics: Teaches safe behaviors around the water and develops swimming readiness by leading parents and their children in water exploration activities to have fun and become comfortable in and around water.

Preschool Swim Lessons: Aims to promote the developmentally appropriate learning of fundamental water safety and aquatics skills to preschool-aged children.

Level 1 Swim Lessons: Designed to orient participants to the aquatic environment and to help them gain basic aquatic skills.

Level 2 Swim Lessons: Builds on basic aquatic skills and water safety skills and concepts learned in Level 1. This level marks the beginning of independent aquatic

locomotion skills.

Level 3 Swim Lessons: Builds on the skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water.

Adaptive Aquatics Swim Lessons: Are aimed at boosting a person’s swimming skills and confidence in the water by promoting fundamental water safety and aquatics skills using adaptive and personalized techniques.

Adult Lessons: This course is designed for the fearful/novice participant to orient oneself to the aquatic environment and to help one gain basic aquatic skills. Our Adult Introduction to Water Skills lessons can help teens or adults overcome their fear of the water and learn the basic skills to achieve a minimum level of water competency. ⊲ For any additional information please call 954-327-3926 ⊲ For park issues, contact the Davie Park Rangers: Cell (954) 275-8504 and Office (954) 797-1159 ⊲ Send any concerns or inquiries to jpaul@davie-fl.gov ⊲ Vaccinations are still readily available and are encouraged. Please continue to help us help you!

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AtriClip may free Afib patients from blood thinners while reducing the risk of stroke Cleveland Clinic Florida cardiothoracic surgeon. It was FDA-approved for left atrial appendage exclusion during open heart surgery in 2010.

“Evidence is showing that having a clip placed properly is just as effective as anti-coagulation therapy,” Dr. Bongiorno says. “This is a safe and effective way to treat one of the main complications of atrial fibrillation.”

Every 40 seconds in the United States someone has a stroke, and every four minutes someone dies from one, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, up to half of all strokes are preventable with healthy lifestyle choices such as maintaining a healthy weight and blood pressure, and not smoking.

People with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat, commonly called AFib) are five to seven times more likely to have a stroke than the general population because AFib can cause blood clots, which can be released and block blood flow to the brain. Anticoagulation therapy (blood-thinning medication) is often used to help prevent that, but some people cannot stay on blood-thinners for a long time because of a high risk of bleeding. Some people simply don’t want to take blood-thinners because of side effects.

A safe and effective alternative to medication There is another option. A device called an AtriClip, which was developed and used as an adjunct procedure for patients undergoing open heart surgery, is now being used as a standalone procedure for patients with AFib who want to lower their risk for stroke without taking blood-thinning medication.

This new application for the AtriClip has evolved over the past 10 years, says Philip Bongiorno, MD, a

How AtriClip works to prevent strokes The majority of blood clots caused by AFib form in the left atrial appendage (LAA) of the heart. When a blood clot is released, it can block blood flow to the brain, causing a stroke. The AtriClip is implanted into the LAA to cut off blood flow both in and out of it, thereby eliminating the risk of clot formation. After the AtriClip is implanted, AFib patients have a greatly reduced risk for stroke while being able to immediately stop taking bloodthinning medication.

The procedure itself is minimally invasive, requiring only three small incisions in the chest and a one-night stay in the hospital, Dr. Bongiorno says. In August 2020, he and his team began using a robotic approach to the procedure, which allows for even more surgical precision.

Patients typically recover within about a week and can then return to normal activities.

Who is a candidate for AtriClip?

Anyone with AFib who has the desire or a medical need to stop taking blood-thinning medication is a good candidate for AtriClip. Talking to your cardiologist is a good first step to find out if you qualify for the procedure.

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By Bruce Iden, Esquire

robate is a lawsuit I file against myself after I die, at my own expense, for the benefit of my creditors and my heirs.

When a loved one passes away, his or her estate goes through a court-managed process called probate administration whereby their Will is evaluated by the court to determine if it was validly drawn and executed. Assets of the deceased are then collected, debts and taxes are paid and what remains is distributed to beneficiaries. Without probate administration, bank and investment accounts of the decedent are frozen. Furthermore, any real estate owned by the decedent may not be sold until authorized by the court.

Probate administration involves the following steps:

• Collecting and securing estate assets • Locating the original Will • Retaining an attorney (required by Florida law) • Filing of a Petition for Administration with the proper Probate Court • Giving Notice to Beneficiaries under the Will or to statutory heirs (if no Will exists) • Filing a petition to appoint a Personal Representative • Preparation of inventory and appraisal of estate assets by Personal Representative • Publication of Notice to Creditors in the local newspaper • Determination and payment of estate debts to rightful creditors • Payment of taxes, if applicable • Distribution of assets to beneficiaries or heirs

Probate administration is:

• Expensive. Typically 5% to 8% of the value of the assets in the estate.

• Time-consuming. In south Florida, even the simplest probate administration takes up to 12 months or longer.

• Open to the public. Court records may be viewed by all.

Can probate administration be avoided?

Yes. You can own all assets jointly with others, or have all accounts established with designated beneficiaries. While this approach seems like the best and easiest solution, it may not be.

Joint ownership or beneficiary designations severely limit your ability to control exactly who will receive your property, when they receive it, and how the property is to be managed. Moreover, if you have young or unsophisticated beneficiaries, their inheritance may be squandered, subject to creditors, or lost through divorce.

Creating and funding a revocable living trust is an excellent way to avoid probate administration. A revocable living trust allows you to control what you have so it is given to whom you want, when you want, in the way you want, and all at the lowest overall cost to you and your loved ones. There are situations, however, where a revocable living trust may not be appropriate. We recommend that you consult with an experienced estate planning attorney to explore all options and establish a plan that works for you.

Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for? ⊲ Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University

National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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ften, I meet individuals who are more anxious about the prospect of litigation than they are about the ultimate dissolution of their marriage.

This is likely a result of the public’s general perception that divorce proceedings are and always will be adversarial in nature.

However, the State of Florida has experienced a paradigm shift.

One in which families can address and resolve their divorce (or other family-related matters, such as child support, timesharing modifications, and Paternity actions), in a team setting which assembles for the sole purpose and goal of helping individuals separate without tearing their families apart. This paradigm shift is called the Collaborative Process.

Contemplating divorce is very time-consuming and mentally taxing. The saying goes, “time flies when you’re having fun”, however, the same is untrue for individuals contemplating ending their marriage. The mental gymnastics required when considering all aspects and potential consequences of a divorce are physically and emotionally draining for anyone. This is especially true in cases involving children. Now, imagine that after careful deliberation, you make the difficult decision that divorce is the right choice for you and your family. However, with that choice, you are faced with the possibility that initiating a divorce will equate to “going to war” with your spouse or each spouse’s attorney going to war on their client’s behalf. This fear is often crippling and results in spouses delaying a divorce proceeding, even though all circumstances point to the divorce being necessary for the wellbeing of everyone involved, including children. Whether spouses decide to forgo a divorce should be based on the potential for reconciliation not because of a fear of the legal process embarked on when dissolving a marriage.

Although adversarial litigation is a real possibility for some families, it does not have to be the reality for all families. The Collaborative Process affords families the opportunity to choose a more holistic approach to resolving their case. One that not only provides families with more control over every aspect of their case but also affords families peace of mind. The Collaborative Process is a non-adversarial alternative to obtaining a divorce, child support, and timesharing modifications or establishments of paternity. It provides a team setting made up of professionals, including a mental health professional, a financial neutral as well as the attorney for each party. Rather than appear at hearings before a Judge, families take part in team meetings that create an effective environment conducive to resolving cases efficiently and at a lesser cost than traditional litigation.

The Collaborative Law Process Act and Rules is Florida Law, having officially gone into effect back in July 1, 2017. The attorneys at Evan H. Baron & Associates are collaboratively trained and able to assist anyone interested in this option. If you or anyone you know is interested in the Collaborative Process and would like more information on how to get started, please contact our office.

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⊲ South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine’s new location is 209 S.W. 84th Avenue, Plantation, FL 33324. They accept most health insurance plans and offer discounted rates for self-paying patients.

To make an appointment call 954-720-1530 or visit www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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