Our world is filled with unpleasant news that makes us feel stressed. We also feel stress from injuries and illness. Chronic pain can be especially stressful. So finding ways to release and cope with pain and stress help…
As the COVID-19 pandemic has intensified in the US, people are more aware than ever of the need for a will, a living trust, or other estate planning documents. Still, this knowledge is not translating into estate planning…
As far as estate planning and elder law are concerned, they serve different functions with some overlap, yet they are both equally important to protect you and your family. The two terms tend to go hand in hand,…
We got this question from a client a while back: In the will of my brother, he left money in a revocable trust for my children, but they were only allowed to receive the money if they spent…
Having an open and honest discussion about your mortality with your family is a sobering experience, but it is prudent. No one relishes the thought of their demise, and yet with forethought, you can ensure that your estate…
Doesn't that sound like something your mother would say? How often have you wished that you had listened to your mother? Nobody really wants to think in advance about accidents or illness. But if no advance planning has…
With dementia, wildlife expert, author, guest TV personality, and TV producer Jack Hanna is retiring from work and public life. He has starred in shows such as Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild. Known as…
Stepchildren are often part of American families, and it is not uncommon for them to receive the same treatment as full biological children, even when inheritance is involved. This is particularly true where stepchildren are part of a…
By avoiding probate through legal methods, you can save taxes, keep your estate out of public view, and avoid needing court approval every step of the way. It can save you time, frustration, and in many cases, significant…
The 2021 Wills and Estate Planning Study by Caring.com and YouGov found that, for Americans aged fifty-five and older, the percentage of those with a will has dropped from sixty to forty-four percent since 2019. This decrease is…