What to Do When a Loved One is Diagnosed with Dementia
A dementia diagnosis is a traumatic time for any family. Dementia happens slowly and progressively over time. In the early stages, some symptoms are often thoug
Filial Responsibility: Are Children Responsible for Their Parents’ Long-Term Care?
Filial Responsibility Laws, also known as Filial Support Laws, are relatively unknown. More than half of US states (including Puerto Rico) could hold
A Designer Has Created Tableware to Help People With Dementia
Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases can make even basic tasks extraordinarily difficult. Designer Sha Yao saw this firsthand when her grandmoth
The Benefits of an Irrevocable Living Trust
An Irrevocable Living Trust generally cannot be modified or terminated except under certain limited circumstances. It requires the grantor to transfer assets in
Estate Planning for Second Marriages
Second marriages can present unique challenges when it comes to estate planning, particularly if you or your new spouse have children from previous marriages. L
The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Paying Your Grandchildren’s College Tuition
Paying your grandchildren’s (or adult children’s) college tuition is one of the greatest gifts you can make. The education lasts a lifetime and opens a world of
The Financial Difficulties Faced by Widows
Losing one’s husband is difficult enough in and of itself. Unfortunately, many widows must also contend with the financial consequences of the loss of their hus
The Risks of Giving Adult Children an “Advance” on Their Inheritance.
There are many reasons you might consider giving your adult children a portion of their inheritance now, while you’re alive and well. Maybe you’ve seen your nes