by Jackie Cara | Mar 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Questions about Powers of Attorney are some of the most frequently asked questions and a document that causes alot of people confusion. This article should help sort out some of that confusion. A Power of Attorney (sometimes called a General Power of Attorney or...
by Jackie Cara | Mar 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Takeaways Family problems can become legal issues when a loved one needs end-of-life care or passes away, leaving an inheritance. A comprehensive estate plan can help your loved ones avoid family fights by addressing potential issues before they become legal...
by Jackie Cara | Mar 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Takeaways Nursing home care costs have been rising over time, with many older Americans who require long-term care unable to afford it. With proper planning, seniors may be able to rely on Medicaid to pay for this care – and still retain some of their assets...
by Jackie Cara | Mar 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Takeaways Guardianships may be necessary to protect individuals with cognitive impairments, but they can also limit personal freedom and autonomy. Wendy Williams’ guardianship case highlights the importance of legal representation and proactive estate...
by Jackie Cara | Feb 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Occasionally, a client will ask me “Do I really need a backup or successor listed on my Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, Will or Trust”? Almost everytime my answer is an unequivocal YES!… But “why do I need to name a successor . . .” Because, I tell them,...
by Jackie Cara | Feb 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
A Health Care Proxy, sometimes called a Health Care Agent or decision maker, is a document you create in which you name the person you choose to make medical decisions when you can’t. The document names a first decision maker or agent and should also list “back-up”...
