If you are unhappy with what was bequeathed to you in your loved one's will, you can contest it. Contesting a will, however, is not a simple matter of vehemently disagreeing with your deceased loved one's wishes. You must have a vested interest, meaning you will inherit whether or not there is a will or [...]
To avoid conflicts or bitter feelings that may arise when your will is read after your death, you could include a “no-contest” clause in your will. When a will contains a no-contest clause, any heirs who challenge the will and loses may get a lot less than what was left to them, if anything at [...]
Over time, relationships between people can change for a myriad of reasons. If you have a durable power of attorney and circumstances has changed your relationship with appointed agent to one that is no longer amicable, it may time to consider revoking their power of attorney. Revoking a power of attorney is easier than you [...]
Assisted suicide is a controversial and emotional topic for both proponents and opponents alike. For now, no matter where you stand on assisted suicide, it remains illegal in most states, where the act of helping someone end his or her life is felony. In a few states, however, assisted suicide is legal under certain circumstances. [...]
When you're searching for the right nursing home, assisted living or other senior living option, there are many questions and many decisions to be made. Many families turn to elder care referral services for help. While it may appear that these companies strive to ensure quality care and treatment for the elderly, recent reports suggest [...]
A power of attorney gives an individual, whom you appoint, the right to act on your behalf if you ever become incapacitated and unable to make financial or business decisions yourself. While it is a powerful estate planning instrument, it's only as strong as you make it. There are four types of powers of attorney. [...]
Once you have found an elder law attorney and have scheduled an initial consultation, you need to gather all documentation pertinent to your situation to take with you to the appointment. You also need to prepare a list of questions to ask the attorney. Seven questions you should ask your elder law attorney are: What [...]
Nursing home disputes can arise at any given time and for any reason. Most disputes can be resolved by meeting with staff and management, but some may involve intervention by another party in order to reach an amicable resolution. When a nursing home dispute reaches an impasse, it may be time to bring in the [...]
The prospect of living in a nursing home is one that often met with dread because it signifies the loss of freedom and independence. It's important for anyone considering a nursing home to know that residents do have rights that are protected by law. Any violation of these rights should be reported immediately. A nursing [...]
Dissatisfaction with care and treatment is a common reason for most nursing home disputes. If you have a with a nursing home, the following steps will help in resolving the matter. First, speak to the nursing home staff involved in the dispute. If a resolution cannot be reached, speak to the supervisor. If feasible, ask [...]