A child who depended on you for everything will become an adult overnight when they turn 18 (in most states). Now your child is free to vote, marry, apply for a credit card,
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While elder law and estate planning are often used interchangeably, there are important differences between the two. While some overlap exists between the two, learning and implementing strategies from both law practice types
You found the love of your life, built a life together and have probably weathered your fair share of storms that have made you even stronger. Life without each other is inconceivable, but
To be successful in a legal proceeding, power of attorney documents are essential. If there comes a time when you or your elder becomes unable to manage your finances or make health-care decisions,
Many of our clients ask us this question. Read on for information to help figure out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind fits your specific situation. The following information
The loss of a loved one comes with many unexpected challenges. Losing a beloved relative or friend can be overwhelming, and the process of handling their affairs in the wake of such a
As people become elderly or ill, they become vulnerable to manipulation by those who will defraud or steal. Targeted attacks on vulnerable older people to exert what attorneys deem "undue influence" constitutes elder
"An ounce of prevention." It is impossible to know what tomorrow will bring, so it is important to put a plan in place to provide for the unexpected. If you become incapacitated and
Legal officials, such as probate judges, process a decedent's will through probate. While state probate laws may vary, the general process is quite similar across the country. Probate is the process of proving
The traditional family structure has evolved in the US over the last several decades. According to statistics from the Pew Research Center, six out of ten women who remarry are in blended families,
