When Does Someone Need a Guardian?
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
No one wants to put their loved ones through extra work and administrative duties when they die. Learn how to avoid probate.
When arguing about money, couples use harsher language with each other, and the arguments usually last longer.
When you begin claiming affects how much money you get from the program, and once you’re receiving checks, it’s difficult to undo your decision.
Why Elder Law Is Necessary? In two words: baby boomers.
It’s not uncommon for older couples to reach a point when nursing home care is needed for one spouse — and the cost isn’t something they were prepared for.
Executors can use additional information in administering estates, especially if the executor is unrelated to the decedent.
Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim left behind an estate estimated to be worth as much as $75 million to his husband, charities and a dozen other friends, court papers show.
What I was and was not prepared for at the end of my mother’s life Rarely does a career choice perfectly prepare you for the final illness and death of a parent. As an elder law attorney, I was armed with the knowledge and experience I needed to help my mother as she neared the end of her life. When my mother was diagnosed with a degenerative disease, I was well versed in how to manage her finances, choose medical providers, navigate Medicare issues, hire caregivers, and make health decisions. And so many other things I have helped others do
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