Elder Abuse: What to Know and Where to Go

People who take advantage of other people have always been around. They always have been and it seems like they always will be. It’s sad, but also true and so we have to keep an eye out. The elder abuse facts in the country are upsetting. These people are part...

How to Appoint a Conservator to Your Case

When a person goes through a conservatorship, this means that there is a court case happening where a responsible party is put in place to take care of another who is incapable of taking care of themselves or of their money. This breakdown might make it a little...

At What Age Should I Contact a Probate Lawyer?

Everyone prepares for end of life decisions differently. While some people, no matter their age, will never take time to create a will and power of attorney, others see this as a priority that needs to be completed early and updated often. Statistics indicate that...

3 Prevalent Type of FInancial Elder Abuse

After a lifetime of hard work, seniors should not have to constantly worry over the security of their assets. Unfortunately though, there are many who capitalize on others’ old age and financially exploit them. A 2011 MetLife Mature Market Institute study found that...

3 Ways Estate Planning Trusts Are Protecting Your Assets

Estate planning can be a complex process but it is essential in protecting one’s assets. After a lifetime of hard work, the last thing anyone would want is for it to fall into the wrong hands or be wasted on unnecessary expenses. Fortunately, this is the exact...

Ensure Your Affairs Are in Order With This Estate Planning Checklist

Far too many people overlook the importance of having an estate plan in place. After one’s passing, the lack of any designations for assets can have a negative ripple effect that can even travel down to family members and loved ones. This may become far more...