Face Your Future With Confidence
If you are procrastinating when it comes to creating an estate plan, you may be wondering what happens if you simply die without one. Of course, you will not be around to find out, but it is important to understand the implications of not taking the necessary steps to create a valid will or estate plan. It is also important…
Often, hiring an elder care attorney is not something you think about until you are in desperate need. However, having an understanding of the kinds of situations that an elder care attorney can assist you in, may help you to spot or anticipate circumstances in which you would benefit from retaining the services of one before your situation becomes dire.…
Are you having nightmares about divorce? Many people avoid filing for divorce for years because they believe the process will be time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally taxing. While this can certainly be the case, it does not have to be. No two divorces are the same, and you may be surprised at the number of alternatives that exist to traditional courtroom…
If you are going through a divorce in New Jersey, you may be concerned about what state your life will be in once your marriage has been dissolved. Alimony, or spousal support, exists to provide support to a financially disadvantaged spouse following a divorce. Alimony may take several forms, such as monthly payments, a one-time payment, or temporary support, but…
If you are involved in a custody battle or are preparing to go through a divorce in New Jersey, the impact it will have on your ability to maintain a relationship with your child may be your top concern. Many fathers fear that they will not be treated fairly by the court or that preference will be given to the…
One of the most difficult parts of estate planning is making sure to identify and account for all of your assets. It can be anxiety-inducing trying to remember everything. Luckily, you do not have to. A pour-over will acts as an insurance policy for your estate plan. This means that even if you do not remember everything, your assets will…
Pets are incredibly important to most families, and they often play vital roles. Dogs and cats can provide us with the emotional support that is often needed during a divorce. In addition, the act of caring for a pet gives us a sense of structure and responsibility that can fill our lives with meaning and purpose – even when all…
Spouses may be ordered to pay considerable sums during and after a divorce. Spousal support payments can prove to be a real headache, and they continue for years or decades. The same applies to child support. Property division can seriously chip away at your wealth, leaving you without a house, a car, or a business. But what happens if you…
It was reported that Woodland Behavioral and Nursing Center was on its last legs. Soon, it would shut down permanently. It was once the largest nursing home in the entire state of New Jersey, and its stunning fall from grace highlights the incredible prevalence of elder abuse in the Garden State today. If you have an elder loved one in…
As your senior loved one begins to struggle with cognitive and physical decline, it is only natural to start wondering about your inheritance. Perhaps you know that your elder relative has set aside a considerable sum for you after their passing. Maybe you are going to inherit their home, their car, or their jewelry collection. Whatever the case may be,…