Divorce is rarely, if ever, without conflict, particularly when the custody of minor children is at stake. It is useful to remember that divorce may solve relationship problems but also creates new challenges with co-parenting in separate homes. While it…
About half of Americans have written a will, unfortunately, most of these people believe this means they don’t need an estate plan. Although this belief is untrue, it may be the leading reason why only 33% of US adults have…
Being a caregiver for a beloved family member is one of the most fulfilling jobs you can have. However, it can be an extremely exhausting task as well. While many find gratification in caring for others, they have to tend…
Although Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are federal benefits the application processes vary across states. SSDI benefits funding comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA), while SSI benefits funding comes from general US tax revenue.…
The world which we live is stressful, as we are constantly bombarded with unfavorable news. Chronic pain can be especially stressful. So finding ways to release and cope with pain and stress help people live longer, happier lives. Understanding Meditation…
To protect a child’s government benefits, it is important to plan carefully when leaving behind assets for a child with special needs. It is also important to protect those assets against later claims after your death and, in some cases,…
Family law encompasses a variety of issues that arise within family relationships, such as domestic partnerships, civil unions, marriages, adoptions, divorces, and child custody and support enforcement. While no law in the US states you must have legal representation when…
Elder law and estate planning are often used interchangeably; however, there are significant differences between the two. While some overlap exists between the two, learning and implementing strategies from both law practice types is crucial to prepare for successful aging…
A good estate planning attorney will assist you in creating a plan that minimizes or avoid probate. Probate proceedings are part of the public record and can be very time-consuming and expensive. However, in nearly every case, some probate is…
In most families, sibling rivalry is inevitable. Depending on your family members and the dynamic between them, old rivalries from the past can become more significant when a parent passes. Adult children who are emotionally upset and in the unfamiliar territory…