Posts Tagged ‘powers of attorney’
A Dementia Diagnosis Changes More Than Healthcare: Seven Legal Moves to Make While You Still Can
With dementia cases in the United States projected to double by 2060—and nearly 42% of Americans over age 55 estimated to be at risk of developing dementia—a diagnosis is something that more and more families will face. The statistics are sobering, but they become much more meaningful when they affect someone you love. When occasional…
Read MoreWhy DIY Estate Plans Often Fail When Families Need Them Most | San Clemente & Laguna Hills Trust Lawyer
Over the last several years, online “do-it-yourself” (or DIY) estate planning has exploded in popularity. For a relatively low cost, websites promise families they can create a trust, will, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives in less than an hour, all from the comfort of their couch. And on the surface, it sounds appealing: Save…
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