Category archives: Illness
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9 months ago
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With the recent and ongoing concerns about the coronavirus, as we shift into the fall, it remains clear that we are continuing to face an unprecedented public health crisis--one that is affecting many people of all ages, and from all walks of life. It has become tragically clear for many that Estate... [read more]
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11 months ago
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As many of us are preparing for the fall and family members going back to school, some people are experiencing the excitement of children or grandchildren starting college. Other adult children are perhaps entering the work force or traveling to enjoy a break from academic demands. Regardless of the... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Although people are willing to voluntarily care for a parent or loved one without any promise of compensation, entering into a caregiver contract (also called personal service or personal care agreement) with a family member can have many benefits. It rewards the family member doing the work. It... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Making sure your end-of-life wishes are followed no matter where you happen to be is important. If you move to a different state or split your time between one or more states, you should make sure your advance directive is valid in all the states you frequent.
An advance directive gives instr... [read more]
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4 years ago
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One question we are often asked by clients is how specific they should be in their Estate Planning documents regarding their wishes about having visitors and guests during a serious illness or period of incapacity. We recommend that clients talk with their families about these preferences and write ... [read more]
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