Most adults do not have an estate plan even though they know they should. We know it is a topic that is unpleasant to ponder, but it is something that, unfortunately, must be thought about seriously. And if you keep avoiding it until the inevitable, then you set up those you hold dear and/or any heirs for potential hassle and

If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that our lives can change in an instant – and in so many unforeseen ways. With the end of 2020 upon us, you may be tempted to try and put everything about it in the rearview mirror. However, there is much that we can learn from all 2020 brought us. This year

August 2014 1. Getting old is financially scary No matter how much money one may have, thinking about covering the expenses associated with aging or dealing with the unknown can be extremely scary. What if your elderly parent doesn’t have enough insurance or savings to pay for long term care or a terminal illness such as cancer? Talking to a

Include End-Of-Life Planning When Anticipating Long Term Care

2011 The Brown family reunion has always been an event everyone looks forward to. Family visits, games, stories and everyone’s favorite foods are always on the agenda. On the top of the menu is Grandmas Lemon Coconut Cake. Grandma always makes the traditional cake from her old family recipe. This year, however, the cake tasted a little on the salty

The specialty of Elder Law is becoming more important as our population ages. People are living longer, but in many cases, are not living better. “The number of older individuals in the population is projected to increase to 71.5 million in 2030, representing nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. As a result, the need is growing for specialized legal advice about aging-related issues.