It is common for aging Americans to entrust family members or friends with the management of their finances, health, and other affairs during retirement and beyond. They often believe that their family members will be able to take care of any issues that arise. While consulting with loved ones about
A lack of a plan leaves your family’s financial legacy to the court’s administration of your state’s intestacy laws. Dying without an estate plan or a basic will creates confusion, work, and heartache for your family at a time when they should be mourning your loss. Aside from not
Accidental falls are one of the most common causes of injuries among seniors. Debilitating injuries range from short-term sprains, bumps, and bruises to fractures and head traumas which may require hospitalization. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one out of five falls causes a serious injury
Estate planning and elder law differ from each other when it comes to planning for your future financial affairs and health care needs. Estate planning and elder law also have some similarities. Even though these two types of law are for different stages in life, they are often handled
During this Covid-19 epidemic, an especially wrenching question demands an answer: how far would you want extreme life-prolonging measures taken if you or someone you love were diagnosed with a life-threatening illness? For us who are particularly vulnerable – seniors, those with compromised immune systems, those already struggling with medical
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