Losing a parent can be one of the most difficult experiences in a person’s life. In the midst of grieving and making final arrangements, you may also be tasked with determining how to manage your parent’s estate. If you are unfamiliar with the probate process, you may be wondering: Why does my father’s estate have to go through probate?
As time passes and your parents move into their retirement years, they will have some new things to consider. However, they may not realize everything they need to do to plan for this phase of their lives. The good news is that there are actions you can take today to...
As your parents and other loved ones get older, they can experience health changes that can make it much more difficult for them to care for themselves. You may start to notice changes such as slower reaction times while driving, instability when walking or standing,...
When a child has a significant special need or disability, their parents often take care of them well into adulthood. As time passes and aging parents can no longer provide for their child's advanced needs, the caregiver alternatives are ordinarily other family...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 54 children has an autism spectrum disorder such as autism or Asperger's disease. After an ASD diagnosis, parents often have questions about their child's ability to live independently in the...
A trust can be an invaluable estate planning tool. These devices give the grantor, or trust creator, the ability to direct assets into a separate legal entity for the benefit of named beneficiaries. Throughout its existence, the trust will be administrated by a...
When a loved one passes away, it can be a painful and challenging time for their survivors. While managing their grief, family members often have to make final arrangements while also trying to determine how to transfer their loved one’s estate. After someone dies,...
In California, when an adult cannot adequately attend to their physical or financial needs, a probate court can appoint a legal conservator to make decisions on their behalf. The conservator will have specific duties under the law and will be granted the necessary...
When someone dies without a will, there can be a lot of uncertainty. Depending on the situation, friends and family may end up franticly searching in vain for evidence of what the decedent intended. Although close loved ones may claim they know what the individual...
When it comes to preparing for the future, many people think having a “simple will” is enough. However, sometimes complicated and time-sensitive issues can arise in this area that can’t be addressed by a will. The good news is that you can help make sure everything is...
