As seniors age, they increasingly count on help from family and friends to take care of their financial and health care matters. They often believe that their family members will be able to take care of any issues that arise.…
In these times, it is important to keep a physical distance to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Call or email us to find out how we can help you complete your estate plan without taking a single step outside…
This article will help you decide if a trust suits your particular circumstances. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you want a trust to permit that child to inherit without losing government benefits. Maybe your own or…
As we age, it is important to have an elder law attorney or certified elder law attorney (CELA) who functions as a legal advocate for our best interests. Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal matters affecting an older…
In estate planning, wills and trusts present varying advantages depending on your situation. Each state has specific laws and regulations governing these legal documents. You can have both a will and a trust; however, the information in each should complement…
A beloved wildlife expert and famous author, Jack Hanna, has decided to retire because of his battle with dementia. Known as “Jungle” Jack, he left the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, where he served as director, then director emeritus, for 42…
The World Health Organization (WHO) gave name to the disease-causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak on February 11, 2020. The coronavirus disease 2019 shortly after became known by its abbreviation, CO for corona, VI for virus, D for disease, and…
Leaving your property to your heirs might seem simple enough. You make a will or a trust, you do a transfer-on-death deed for your real estate, you put your kids on your bank account, you designate beneficiaries for your life…
When it comes to establishing and creating wills and estate plans, senior Americans outpace their younger counterparts. Still, a significant number — 19 percent of those over age 72 and 42 percent of those between 53 and 71, according to…
Someday, you may be asked to be power of attorney for a family member or friend. Your person may be planning for when they might become unable to take care of their affairs. For example, they might become disabled or…