It's not always easy to identify elder abuse, but we all must know the warning signs. Elder abuse can take many different forms, from physical abuse and neglect to financial exploitation and emotional abuse. In this blog post, we’ll talk about what elder abuse is, possible warning signs...
Probate is the court-supervised process of administering an estate, determining the validity of a will, and identifying the heirs upon someone's passing. Because probate can be a complicated process, it is important to work with a lawyer. What is Probate? The probate process can be complicated and...
There are many reasons why a person might decide to set up an estate plan. Through sound estate planning, you can protect your physical and financial assets, as well as the emotional well-being of your family upon your passing. A revocable trust is one form of...
If you are a senior citizen or have been caring for an elderly loved one, then elder law is something that could benefit you. Elder law refers to the laws and regulations surrounding elder care. These can include wills, trusts, inheritance matters, and other legal...
Following an injury, individuals are often left shaken and unsure of how to proceed. When you are involved in an accident that was caused by another’s neglect, you must take the proper steps to ensure that you are compensated for your injuries. While we hope...
There are many popular legal terms that one must understand to fully grasp what is going on in a contract, case, or statute. With so many popular legal terms out there, it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes time for...
Most of us think of Facebook and other social media platforms as a fun pastime, a way to connect with friends and family, or even as a place to advertise our business. But did you know that certain types of social media posts can pose...
We constantly emphasize the importance of preparing and executing an estate plan before it is too late - but what does this really mean? When it comes to estate planning, sooner is always better. However, we understand that sometimes life has other plans. At Gary...
There are many misconceptions that I hear from my clients regarding estate planning, probate, and other related matters. While they likely gathered this information from well-meaning individuals, it often leads to costly misunderstandings and delays in the estate planning process. Let’s take a look at the...
A wise quote by Mason Cooley states, “Procrastination makes easy things hard, hard things harder.” Unfortunately, we see this quote exemplified regularly as our clients are forced to deal with the results of their loved one’s procrastination when it comes to estate planning. The top three...
