E D I T O R ’ S M E S S A G E Jim Wimsatt – Harris , Hunt & Derr , P . A .
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& Litigation Section updates us on revisions to the statutes governing service of process — a topic near and dear to every litigator .
Judy Hoffman of the Diversity Committee has written an excellent article educating us all on hidden disabilities and their treatment under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the American with Disabilities Amendments Act . In a related vein , the Military and Veteran ’ s Affairs Committee updates us on the results of an Inspector General ’ s investigation into improper denials of veterans ’ benefits in complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries , sexual trauma and ALS .
The Real Property , Probate & Trust Law Section highlights some of the changes to the retirement system implemented in SECURE 2.0 ’ s expansion of the SECURE Act . Mandi Clay of the Solo & Small Firm Section provides an excellent survey of mental health and wellness resources provided by The Florida Bar . Every member of the HCBA should be aware of these resources , take advantage of them , and help raise awareness of them , as Ms . Clay does in her excellent article .
The Bar Leadership Institute regales us with a narrative of their visit to the Buccaneers training facility and presentation by their legal counsel , while noted Buc ’ s fan Cory Brandfon sets out the important role HCBA members play on the committees that shape our rules of procedure . Finally , the Young Lawyers Division continues their theme of joy and recaps all the fun and inspiring activities they have been up to .
Overall , I hope you enjoy this issue and learn as much as I did in reading the articles . n
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