August 27, 2021What Does an Elder Law Attorney Do?There are currently more than 51 million Americans that are 65 or older, and this number is continually growing due to medical and technological developments. The expanding needs of the US aging population are contributing to an increase in federal…
August 20, 2021Bring Comfort and Peace to Your Family with A Letter of IntentA letter of intent (LOI), also referred to as a letter of instruction, communicates important information to your loved ones that may not be covered in the general estate planning documents. Your LOI is a valuable piece in your estate…
August 13, 2021The Smart Personal Assistant Has Exploded in PopularityThe popularity of the smart personal assistant has gained serious traction. In 2020, the technology-research firm Canalys predicted 100 million smart speakers (smart personal assistants) would be installed worldwide and also estimates the number of smart assistant compatible devices would…
August 6, 2021Understanding a Special Needs TrustA trust is set up to manage a person’s assets and property, and it is overseen by an appointed person. The person or entity who manages the trust is known as the “trustee” and is entrusted with the responsibility of…
July 30, 2021How Does the Probate Process Work?The probate process involves authenticating the deceased individual’s will, assessing the assets, settling debts and taxes, and oversee the allocation of the inheritance. After an asset-holder dies, the court will appoint a valid will’s executor to administer the probate process.…
July 23, 2021Military Benefits You Should Know AboutVeterans have several educational and health care benefits offered through the Tricare and GI Bill by The US Department of Veterans. Even with these programs that help veterans and their families, other little-known services can improve their lives and ease…
July 16, 2021Conservatorship for Britney SpearsBritney Spears started her career with the Mickey Mouse Club at the tender age of eight. Later, when she was in her twenties, she was reported as having a bit of an emotional melt-down and ended up spending some time…
July 9, 2021Preparing a Quality End of Life PlanThe records conveying your final wishes for care and asset management are called powers-of-attorney documents, and these entrust an appointed person to act on your behalf when you are no longer able to. But when it comes to actually using…
July 2, 2021Caregiving During a PandemicThe Covid-19 pandemic has posed a challenge for caregivers given the demand for these caregivers to be especially prepared for a deadly virus. Caregivers must balance the need for their care partner’s health and balance it with that person’s safety.…
June 25, 2021How does Per Stirpes Work?As I was doing research on wills, I found that I could leave my property to my children “per stripes.” Why is the law talking about us like we’re some kind of zebra? The phrase is Latin and it is…
