Month: February 2016

Whether you help care for an elderly parent or other aging loved one, you probably have a lot of tasks and obligations on your mind. Many families share the workload of taking an older family member to doctors' appointments, preparing meals, and helping with bathing,...

Divorce and remarriage are part of life for many people. In fact, a recent report reveals four out of 10 Americans identify as being part of a "blended family." Whether you, your spouse, or both have brought children from a previous marriage into a new union, it is...

It wasn't that long ago that couples who experienced infertility struggles had very few options. Now, reproductive technology has evolved to a place where people have a wide variety of options for planning and growing their families. Medical breakthroughs even make it...

Have you been appointed as a trustee? Do you understand the responsibility that goes along with this? You are faced with many tasks, including the proper management of the trust. Along with this, there are legal responsibilities you have to live up to. As a trustee,...

Your estate plan is one of the most important legal documents you will sign. Unfortunately, many people attempt to cut corners or save money by preparing their own estate documents or using an online service. The problem with these approaches is that they can lead to...

When you create estate planning documents, you must select trustworthy people to act on your behalf in the event of your incapacity or death. Obviously, you want to choose individuals that understand your wishes and will do everything they can to ensure your estate...

When you are dealing with the loss of a loved one, you probably have a lot going through your mind. You are dealing with emotional grief and learning how to carry on without your loved one. During this time, you might start to get phone calls demanding that you pay...