Avoid these Medical Power of Attorney Mistakes
Everyone age 18 and over should have a health care proxy document signed (think children off to college, and yourself, not just an elderly parent).
May 4, 2023
Older Singles need to Plan for the Unexpected
Aging solo is about those individuals who are widowed or not married, live alone and have no family or none they can count on. They are going through the last years of their lives on their own. It can be just fine until one’s health declines and the usual activities and access to friends get out of reach.
May 1, 2023
Single Parents Need Estate Planning
Nobody likes thinking about what happens if they should become incapacitated or die. However, we all need to have a plan in place for just these possibilities.
April 18, 2023
Divorce requires a Review of Estate Planning
When you’re in the midst of a divorce, you’re probably not thinking about estate planning or your will. However, if you’re divorcing, you should think about the impact a divorce can have on an estate plan.
March 14, 2023
Steps Seniors should take before Remarrying
As the calendar turned to 2023, many of us took a moment to think about resolutions. I want to lose 10 pounds. I want to read things that aren’t just about work. I want to learn how to play pickleball. Or maybe this year I’ll give a relationship another shot. Maybe I’ll even remarry.
March 6, 2023
Documents needed for Advance Care Planning
Depending on their medical condition, persons with dementia are often capable of making their own decisions regarding legal aspects, such as advance care planning.
February 8, 2023
How the Guardianship Process Works
If you haven’t had any experience with guardianship for adults with dementia, it’s likely you don’t understand just how complex it is. You are not alone.
January 17, 2023
A Durable Power of Attorney is Essential
Without a power of attorney, your spouse, children or friends will probably have to petition the court to step in on your behalf.
December 29, 2022
Young Professionals Need Estate Planning
Physicians may deal with life and death issues every day. However, few may want to think about the eventuality of their own end.
December 28, 2022
Guardianship is a Valuable tool to Protect Loved Ones
A guardianship is a court-ordered relationship that is created to protect a person who is incapable of handling their estate or personal affairs. Guardianship law varies by state.
December 5, 2022