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#WhyIAmASolo - Nobody Can Tell Me When, Or Where, I Can Work.

Office Mandates Heighten Standoff Between Law Firms And Workers. The Pandemic has highlighted the fact that lawyers and law workers don't need to be in a specific physical location to do their job. Some BigLaw firms are fighting this trend, because of a perceived lack of control over the work product. Many younger lawyers and workers are leaving the firms because they refuse to work without some flexibility provided by modern technology. A word to the wise BigLaw employers. Get with the program or find that the best employees are working for a more enlightened boss, like the FutureLawyer. Sorry, kids. The FutureLawyer office is just for me. But, you could start your own solo firm. Go see Carolyn Elefant, at MyShingle.com, and read her book, Solo By Choice.

What Happen To Your Parrots When You Die?

Florida Pet Trusts - Protect Your Animals And Birds.

Today, I am highlighting Section 736.0408 of the Florida Statutes, which authorizes enforceable Trusts for the care of any animal alive during the Settlor's lifetime. The assets placed in the Trust may only be used for the intended purpose, unless a Court determines that the amount in trust exceeds the amount necessary for the care of the animal. So, if there are any Leona Helmsley clones out there, Florida won't allow you to put Twelve Million Dollars in trust. The statute, which is only 3 paragraphs., legalizes such trusts. Animal trusts, however, can be as complex as necessary to meet the Settlor's needs.

Happiness In Marriage Starts With Acceptance.

Just as Stoics meet tragedy with acceptance, so also life's mysteries. The sooner you accept that you can't win, the happier your life will be. You have no control over external things. Get over it. Hey, there is a hurricane coming, dear. I have to work somewhere.

Follow The Science. But, Better Wait A Hundred Years.

100 years ago, the science told us to wear a radium patch on our lower backs. It was said to cure all sorts of ailments. The claims were, of course, touted by a company that made radium appliances. The next time someone tells you to follow the science, it might be a good idea to ask some questions. 100 years later, the science tells us:

"Exposure to higher levels of radium over a long period can lead to death and other severe health problems. High levels of radium can cause cancer (especially bone cancer), anemia, a problem with the blood; fractured teeth and cavities, and growths in the eyes called cataracts."

Hurricane Ian Takes Aim At Tampa Bay - What, Me Worry?

Hurricane Ian Track. Sometime tomorrow, Hurricane Ian will hit Tampa Bay residents where we live. I suppose it was inevitable, after 100 years of misses. But, I am not worried. Fate intervenes in our lives every day, in ways that we can't control. All we can control are our reactions. Sure, we can prepare as much as possible. But, my choice is to be sanguine in the face of such things. I live and work at the highest point of Pinellas County, around 35 feet of elevation. Of course, that won't protect us from wind damage. Actually, I am looking forward to seeing how my Starlink antenna handles 85 to 100 mph winds. It is rated at that; and, my recent forays show it can handle 60 mph travel on the Interstate. We have several power bricks for computers and phones and stuff, and with  a home, an office, and an RV, we have options if one gets blown away. Unlike 5 years ago, when I was hit with a hurricane, and a dying wife in another part of the State, and no power, and more, I am riding this one out with the lovely, hard working Diane, who doesn't get flustered in a crisis. When I was a kid growing up in Jacksonville, a hurricane was an excuse not to go to school, and I had some memorable times playing in the downed trees on our block. So, whatever your situation, remember that you don't get to control it. You do, however, get to decide how you deal with it. I think I am going to play with my gadgets as long as the power supplies last. 

Google Makes A SmartWatch - It's About Time.

PIxel Watch. In a couple of weeks, Smartwatch lovers will have another option in Android watches, the Pixel Watch. It is sleek looking, and it looks like a worthy addition to the watch collection. The watch will run Wear OS, which, as a hybrid of the Tizen OS and classic Wear, is familiar to Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and 5 users. But, it also has a FitBit integration, after the acquisition of FitBit, and promises to combine the best of all three functions. At a rumored $350 per watch, it looks like a no brainer.

1900 Vero Beach Law Office...If It Has Internet Access, I'm In.

The FutureLawyer is always looking for cool, alternative sites for practicing law. With computers and the Internet, I can practice anywhere.

Sorry, But If You're Reading This, It's Too Late For You.

If you didn't make it, don't worry. I hear He is merciful. Hey, do I get to keep this guy's car? He won't be needing it anymore.

Dating Tips From The FutureLawyer.

So, you want to attract a significant other or a romantic interest? The FutureLawyer wants to help. Here is my foolproof way to attract a mate. 

#ParrotSunday - Hector Is Thirsty

This little hummingbird is very cute, and very hungry. He's not a parrot; but, he will do for today. A tip of the hat to my friend, Stephen Landry, for the link.

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