For clients whose loved one has passed away, dealing with the deceased person’s personal affairs, real estate and other property can be quite a challenge. Even though the picture of what it means to probate an estate is painted as something to be avoided at...
It’s not anyone’s favorite topic, but everyone needs to think about it. That topic is death, specifically our own death. However, research shows that it may be our favorite topic to avoid. Less than half of American adults have a Last Will & Testament. According to a...
Am I Liable for My Spouse's Credit Card Debt? Under certain circumstances, you can be held liable for your spouse’s credit card debt. Whether you may be on the hook for your spouse’s credit card debt depends on: where you live whether it is a joint...
In the battle against unwanted sales calls, it's nice to know the government is on your side. The Do Not Call Registry was a good start, but in the age of cell phones, emails, and text messages, regulatory agencies can struggle to keep pace with...
How much do you depend on what you do online? Would it surprise you to know the average person has more than 130 online accounts? 130! From the credit card payments to the streaming video service to social media, our lives have seen an increasing dependence on...
Estate planning is an uncomfortable topic for most people since it deals with one's own mortality. However, failure to prepare a proper plan can result in an expensive probate battle and your wishes may not be fulfilled since the government will be determining the distribution of...
"But in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” -Benjamin Franklin, 1789 Although everyone dies eventually, not everyone leaves a last will & testament in place. Acording to research conducted by legal resource center LexisNexis, most people don’t even know how...
Are you planning to expand or start a business, trust, or non-profit organization? Legal issues in the corporate world most often arise from lack of knowledge and legal protection, which can cause serious damage to the the business. With over 25 years of experience in business...
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorney (NAELA) of which Mr Crews is a member, has designated May as National Elder Law Month. A crucial Issue of concern for elderly adults is Adult Guardianship. This is a legal proceeding conducted when an adult can no longer make...
Few conversations are tougher than talking to a parent about their end-of-life wishes. Yet, putting this important discussion off can have many negative effects, not the least of which is a loved one dying in a way they wouldn’t choose. Talking about end-of-life wishes is...
