For over thirty years, the month of March has been recognized as Brain Injury Awareness Month. Brain injury, often referred to as traumatic brain injury (TBI), can range from mild (commonly called a concussion) to severe and is caused by…
Legally binding real estate contracts define each party's role and obligations in a property transaction. Attachments to the agreement may include clauses and contingencies. Reading and understanding your contract is important, especially paying attention to specified deadlines and dates, legal…
The last thing on people's minds when they get married for the second time (or more) is losing assets to pay for their new spouse's serious illness. But that could happen. Costs for long-term care have been rising significantly for…
A new year brings new technologies into our lives. The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) offers ways to reduce medical costs and assist patients, including seniors, with their healthcare needs. What is the IoMT? The Internet of Medical Things refers…
Whenever we shop, certain risks are always present. Unfortunately, seniors are more susceptible to these risks. Throughout the year, but especially during the holiday season, criminals target shoppers both in stores and online. General Shopping Safety Tips for Seniors Shopping…
When you pass away, you want your children to inherit your most valuable property - your home. However, you are also concerned about planning for the future, declining health, and the potential need for expensive long-term care. You have heard…
Using common sense and basic knowledge of landlord-tenant law can often resolve minor issues that tenants face in a rental. Still, some problems are serious enough to warrant the services of a lawyer to protect your rights. Renters will benefit…
It sounds like something your mother would say, right? And how often do you wish you had listened to her? Nobody really wants to think about the potential for accidents or illness, and it can happen at any age. But…
A majority of Americans think estate planning is important, but only about a third have a will. caring.com Those individuals with a will may have moved to a different state or forgot to update their will after life events such…
Procrastinating end-of-life decisions is very common. They come with uncomfortable thoughts and choices. However, elder law attorneys make it easier by directing the conversation to the perspective of family members instead. Then you have the opportunity to control the situation,…