Our elders will need loved one’s help and assistance at some point. It’s important to be helpful during this process, rather than a hindrance. There are laws in place to protect seniors and their estate. Because financial elder abuse happens, these bills that have...
Undue influence is an unhealthy persuasion or influence that one person can have over other, substituting the will or judgement of the manipulator for that of the victim. Seniors who are especially trusting, lonely or dependent on others tend to be especially...
There seems to be two ways of the world today: quick and easy and long and complicated. When it comes to estate administration, avoiding litigation is preferable for most parties. However, avoiding probate isn’t always an option. Why would a person want to avoid...
There is nothing you wouldn’t do for your loved ones. That’s why when looking into how to make their transition from child to adult easier, you don’t hesitate to look at all the options. If you have a child or loved one who is disabled in some way, you may be...
Elders can require care and attention at a certain point in their life. This can happen gradually over time, or suddenly in one single event, such as after an injury or illness. Often, family members suddenly realize that their relative is no longer able to account...
Being a person who is affected by, or has an impact on, a trust, will or other estate plan can be a blessing or a burden. Oftentimes, there are multiple parties involved in the estate plan, will or trust administration. Not always do these people see eye-to-eye. It’s...