Contesting a will is far from easy. Yet, sometimes it is necessary to ensure a family member’s wishes are carried out, and you get what is rightfully yours. Money issues can lead to lifelong family disputes. So before you share your suspicions that something is not...
When you start to think about estate planning, it's very natural to think about the things that you need to do. You need to write a will or you need to pick an estate executor. It is very important to consider the whole process from this side. At the same time,...
Creating a final will and testament is a crucial decision that many people choose to put off. Hesitance may arise because the topic of discussing death can sometimes be viewed as morbid. Furthermore, the costs associated with legal appointments and procedures can...
There are a lot of ways to address future medical decisions. Some people choose to have a do-not-resuscitate order on file. Others write out their wishes in an advance directive. Still, others just talk to their medical team in advance and tell them what type of...
Getting older is an inevitability that can be difficult to face at times. Your elderly parents have most likely managed their own affairs for decades. Not only that, they have probably spent a significant amount of time caring for you and steering you in the right...
Elder abuse is a rampant and painful problem in this country, and a range of people could perpetrate it. These include a relative, a hired companion, a nursing home employee or anyone else who has contact with the person. When you imagine the abuse of an older...
When you go through a divorce, there is a potential that it could negatively impact you. As someone who works in the medical field, you don’t want to see your reputation be damaged by people who might spread rumors about you or gossip over your divorce. One of the...
There are times when an adult knows that they need to set up a plan for what will happen to their assets when they die, but they’re worried that an heir will squander the inheritance. There are several options that you have for handling this type of situation. One...
Your estate plan lets your loved ones know what you want to happen with your assets when you pass away. It may also contain instructions that will come into the picture before you die. It’s imperative that you set the estate plan up carefully. You also need to take...
During the course of estate planning conversations in Virginia, the term fiduciary will often arise. However, understanding exactly what this term means is not always straightforward. Essentially, a fiduciary is a person who has been legally appointed to act in the...
