Nursing Home Checklist: What to Ask to Protect Those You Love
Your loved one’s well-being depends on how you advocate for them in a nursing home. Residents in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are
An Overview of Power of Attorney Appointments
Power of attorney is an essential tool when you are preparing for a day when you will be incapacitated and a trusted agent will need
Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning: The Perils
Do-it-yourself estate planning may seem like a cost-saving option. However, it can be costly in the end, both financially and in terms of family well-being.
Handling the Legal Affairs of an Estranged Noncitizen Spouse
As the world becomes more of a global community, it is no longer uncommon for married couples to maintain different citizenships. While a difference in
How Estate Planning Differs From Elder Law
If you are planning for your future, both financially and in terms of health care, you might be wondering what estate planning and elder law
An Elder Law Attorney Can Assist You With Medicaid Planning
Families and individuals with low incomes can get health insurance through Medicaid. However, because of the steep costs associated with long-term care, Medicaid planning is
4 Ways to Avoid a Will or Trust Contest
A will or trust contest can derail your final wishes, quickly deplete your estate’s assets, and create huge rifts among your loved ones. However, a
A Guide to Understanding Trusts of Different Types
All of us have heard about trusts, usually in relation to someone who receives a trust fund. Some may believe that only wealthy people have
What to Do When Your Doctor Says to “Get Your Affairs in Order”
There are five words you never want your doctor to say: “Get your affairs in order.” But it happens. And unfortunately, 58 percent of Americans
