I’m Being Excluded From the Probate Process. What Do I Do?
Being excluded from probate can feel isolating, unfair, and overwhelming, especially while you are also grieving. However, the law provides meaningful protections and avenues for recourse.
A Quick Guide on Contesting a Will
When a person dies, their last will and testament is meant to provide clarity about how their estate will be distributed. But what happens when you believe that a loved one's will doesn't reflect their true wishes or that something went wrong in the process of creating it?
9 FAQs for Agents Under a Power of Attorney
Serving as an agent under a power of attorney? Learn your fiduciary duties, when authority begins, and how to keep records, avoid liability, handle co-agents, resign, and more.
Family Caregivers in the U.S. Divided by Gender, Birth Order
In many American families, the burden of family caregiving lands disproportionately on women, geography often governs who helps, and expectations about fairness are often more idealistic than realistic.
Why and How to Change an Irrevocable Trust
Even a well-drafted trust can fail to work the way the grantor intended. Laws change, family circumstances evolve, assets move in and out of the trust, and trustees make mistakes. The good news is that "irrevocable" does not always mean untouchable.
A New Peak: Older Adult Outdoor Activity Rates Climb
Effective legal and financial planning for seniors with active lifestyles requires more than a traditional estate plan. Specialized documents can better address the risks of injury, temporary incapacity, and logistical issues that may arise during short-term disruptions while away from home.
What We Know So Far About the New Medicaid Work Requirements
To stay eligible for Medicaid, most adult Medicaid enrollees who are between the ages of 19 and 64 and who do not meet work requirement exemptions will need to document that they meet a minimum of 80 hours per month of qualifying activities, such as community service or enrollment in school.
Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance: Keeping Older Adults Safe
Aging in place and safety are not mutually exclusive. Many practical steps can reduce risks and provide reassurance to concerned family members.
Benjamin Franklin’s Estate Planning Lessons
Benjamin Franklin didn't just leave behind inventions, famous sayings, and a founding role in American history. He also left behind one of the most audacious estate planning experiments ever attempted - a plan designed to outlive everyone involved by centuries.
How Medicare Beneficiaries Can Fight a Hospital Discharge
If you are admitted to a hospital as a Medicare patient, the hospital may try to discharge you before you are ready. It is important to know your rights and how to appeal.