Special Needs Trust – What is it?You may have heard the term “Special Needs Trust” before. But do you know what it means? What makes a Special Needs Trust different than other types of trusts? In what sort of situation is it appropriate to have a Special Needs Trust?A Special Needs Trust is intended to […]
Living Will – Having a one is Crucial Have you ever given thought to who benefits from good estate planning? There are many good answers. Estate planning can benefit your spouse and it can benefit your descendants who stand to inherit your assets after your die. And in another sense it can benefit whoever […]
Lawyers can be expensive. But the value of good legal advice is not always appreciated. In the area of business transactions legal costs should seem far less “costly” when weighed against the potential negative costs when business deals fall apart. The 2016 Mississippi Supreme Court case of Kilpatrick v. White Hall on MS River, LLC is an example […]
Assisted Reproductive Technology and Estate PlanningEstate planning is often seen as a conservative, static area of the law, where common practices adhere to customary norms and traditions. But one area where good comprehensive estate planning must adapt is in reaction to the many new and different ways in which assisted reproductive technology is revolutionizing the […]
Conservatorship of Britney SpearsIn our practice we see many conservatorships. And frequently we help clients avoid conservatorships in the first place. There are many reasons why seeking a conservatorship for yourself or a loved one is a big step not to be taken lightly. The case of the superstar entertainer Britney Spears illustrates a cautionary aspect of conservatorships […]
VETERANS BENEFITSVA Recognizes Disability Caused by Service at Camp LejeuneFor nearly 30 years the water at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune was contaminated by various chemicals. The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) is now proposing regulations recognizing that kidney cancer, liver cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, scleroderma, Parkinson’s disease and aplastic […]
ELDER LAW – Advocating for a Loved One in a Skilled Nursing FacilityWhen your loved one is admitted into a skilled nursing facility, your job as a caregiver is not over. Sure, there is staff comprised of diverse professional backgrounds in the facility at all times. But staff members cannot possibly know your loved one […]
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First Steps Following a Cancer Diagnosis The word “cancer” elicits a lot of emotions including fear, anxiety, and sadness. Countless people have endured the feelings associated with a difficult diagnosis for ourselves or a loved one. The March 2016 AARP Bulletin article written by Renee Bacher titled “Coping with The Diagnosis” outlines some essential first […]
Making the life-changing decision to “give up the keys” and stop driving a vehicle for the remainder of your life is certainly a difficult decision. Being able to drive is a freedom that has likely been enjoyed for a majority of an older adult’s life and taking that away can lead to isolation and dependency. […]