Recently, after a mother in Oregon lost her four-year-old son in an accident, the woman to take the boy’s body back to the family’s ranch home. While the mother wanted a little more time with her child, she was instructed by a medical examiner that this request was not capable…
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Difficulties that Can Arise with Guardianship
Not seeing medical providers when necessary. Being financially exploited by others. Not being able to take care of financial situations due to incapacity. These are just some of the common problems that people encounter without a proper guardian. In these situations, it often becomes necessary to petition the court so…
Estate Conflicts in Close-Knit Families
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that beginning in 2020, the first $11.58 million of a taxable estate is not subject to federal estate taxes. As a result of these changes, a majority of estates will not be subject to federal taxes. Even though estate planning is not as big…
Anticipating the Role of Electronic Wills
Recent changes are coming for wills. Many states have begun to pass legislation that will result in the introduction of electronic wills, which combine the formality of traditional wills in a digital format. Written using an electronic device, these devices are then electronically signed and validated by the creator. …
Deciding Whether to Create a Trust for Children
If your children are younger than the age of age, it is worth considering how you would like to pass on your assets. Because trusts are growing in popularity, this article reviews some of the important issues that you must consider if you are considering creating a trust for your…
2020 Guide to Social Security for Married Couples
If you have fewer than 35 Social Security credits and are married, you may be able to get your spouse’s requirement benefits if you are at least 62 years old and your spouse receives retirement or disability benefits. You are also able to apply for and receive Medicare at age…
2020 Guide to Social Security as You Approach Retirement
If you are approaching retirement age, or are still in the middle of your career, understanding the Social Security program, and what income you can rely on when you retire will help you properly plan for your retirement. Social Security Credits + Full Retirement Age Eligibility for Social Security…
3 Tips for Reading a Trust
If you are navigating a divorce or recently lost a loved one, you might find yourself going through several complex estate planning documents. You might discover that you now have interests in one or several trusts. While you might have established a trust with a spouse to take care of…
2 Estate Planning Lessons from Recent Cases
Many people think that estate planning is a once and done process. In actuality, it is critical to constantly revise the terms of your estate plan. Not only can changes in your own life impact the terms of your trust, but estate planning law also changes frequently. Each year,…
Going to Canada for Insulin
More than 30 million Americans are living with diabetes. Many types of insulin can be used to treat diabetes and are usually described by how they affect your body. According to WebMd, insulin is a hormone that your pancreas makes to allow cells to use glucose. When your body isn’t…