It is very common in our practice to meet with husbands and wives or single individuals about their estate planning. In our practice, if a
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Essential Estate Planning Documents
The question estate planning and elder law attorneys are often asked is, what documents do I need? The answers to that simple question can be
Elder Abuse
Unfortunately, as the population begins to age, more and more seniors are being taken advantage of, sometimes unintentionally, and all too often intentionally. Either way,
Concerns For Caregivers
As our loved ones age it is very common for family members to want to care for them and keep them at home as long
Attention Parents!
Parents have a seemingly endless “to do” list, but one important item that may not be on their radar is estate planning. Many people,
Common Law Marriage in Pennsylvania
Common law marriage in Pennsylvania was abolished on January 2, 2005. However, couples who entered into a common law marriage before that date are still
Reviewing Estate Planning Documents Upon Marriage
Many unmarried domestic partners create estate planning documents, often naming each other in various capacities (e.g. executor, agent under a power of attorney, beneficiary of
Should I Use a Trust?
Planning for the transfer of wealth to younger generations is a challenging process for successful families. Many want to leave their children enough so they
Marriott Hotel Heir Cut Out of Will Because He Divorced
John Marriott III said that his father, Bill Marriott, forced him out of the hotel empire and then cut him out of the family’s $3
Roy Orbison’s Sons Sue to Use his Likeness in Hologram Concert
Roy Orbison’s sons alleged that their former business partner is interfering with their new deal for an Orbison hologram tour. The Hollywood Reporter reports in
Can You Retire When You Want?
You may be frugal and in your 50s. You’re ready to retire. You think you’re ready to stop working now and want to make your
David Cassidy’s Will Cut out Daughter Katie
1970’s rock star David Cassidy cut his actress daughter out of his will years before he died. He directed that Katie, 31, whose mother was