The death of a loved one or family member can be very emotional, and sometimes disputes arise among family members regarding trusts or wills. An estate litigation attorney is often needed to help resolve issues over the estate including the division of assets,...
Two reasons to see an elder law attorney
An elder law attorney is a legal professional that specializes in the issues that arise as we age. These issues can include the transfer of the power to make financial or health care related decisions and planning for long-term care needs. Two specific benefits an...
Work with experienced attorney in seeking guardianship for loved one
The more you look at the way estate matters are handled for the rich and famous, the more convinced you become that it is really difficult for families to handle these matters peacefully. Unfortunately, the family of blues legend B.B. King is experienced turmoil right...
Elder financial abuse: How to identify it and what to do
Elder financial abuse or exploitation happens to millions of elderly adults every year. You may be unaware of this exploitation and not discover it before it is too late. Here are a few tips on how to spot this abuse and what you can do to protect your elderly loved...
How to prepare your estate for a surviving spouse
Even if you think your estate plan is complete, there may be other things you should attend to if your spouse outlives you. Most marriages have complexities to consider, such as individual property ownership, joint or separate bank accounts, and children and...
Creating a pooled income trust for Medicaid
Setting up a pooled income trust is an option for those in need of home care Medicaid in New York to ensure they can preserve excess income and maintain access to Medicaid. People in need of Medicaid who have over the threshold income limit can deposit excess monthly...
Estate planning to protect your family and assets
Estate planning is a critical component of financial management that can help you protect your assets long after you're gone. Estate planning involves preparing legal documents that outline your wishes to distribute your assets and care for your loved ones in the...
Estate planning for newlyweds
Estate planning is critical for everyone, especially newlyweds. It ensures you and your partner begin your life as a couple on the right foot. Below are essential estate planning tips for newlyweds. Compile vital documents To begin, you will need a few critical estate...
Life changes that warrant revisiting your estate plan
Many people put off estate planning either based on the assumption that they'll eventually get around to it or because they assume that state intestate laws will always protect their best interests. Delaying in planning one's estate isn't a good idea, nor is assuming...
Constructing advanced directives for your medical decisions
You have several options when it comes to planning advanced directives for medical decisions that will have to be made on your behalf. You can plan for this contingency by writing down on paper how you would like to be medically treated if you cannot provide that...