Estate planning often revolves around leaving assets to family members, but what if you want to leave your estate to someone who isn’t related to you? Many people have close friends, caretakers, or even charitable organizations that hold a special place in their hearts. In this blog post, our Olney will and trust attorneys will …
As a Olney estate planning lawyer, I’ve seen firsthand how substance abuse can impact families, leaving parents heartbroken and unsure of how to protect their loved ones while preserving their legacy. In my experience, many parents want to leave an equal inheritance to all their children, but when one child is struggling with addiction, it …
If you have a parent in a nursing home, you’re likely facing a lot of difficult decisions and stressful situations. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed, but it’s important to remember that you have options and resources available to you. One question that often comes up is whether the nursing home can take a loved one’s …
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This month, we honor the First Responders who put their lives on the line to save others. While there is no official First Responders month in the United States, the month of May is often recognized as First Responders month because May 4 is International Firefighters Day, and May 15 is National Peace Officers Memorial …
In recent years, there has been a growing trend of people tattooing their medical wishes on their bodies, including “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR) directives. While it might seem like a creative and potentially effective way to express one’s wishes, relying on a tattoo as a legally binding document is risky and could lead to confusion …
As our loved ones age, it’s not uncommon for them to experience a decline in mental abilities that can make it difficult for them to manage their finances effectively. If you have an older loved one, it’s important to be aware of the signs of diminished capacity so that you can take action to help …
If you have a child with special needs, you may be tempted to assume that if something happens to you or your partner, your other children will take care of their sibling. However, it’s important to take the time now to create a legal plan for your child so that they are always protected no …
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As our family members age, taking care of their financial and medical needs becomes increasingly important. Having conversations about the realities of aging early on can help ease the emotional stress that comes with it – providing a cushion for both you and your loved ones in case any conditions like dementia set in quickly …
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When it comes to estate planning, many people wonder if they can simply write their wishes down in an email and have it be considered a legal Last Will and Testament. While it’s true that technology has made it easier than ever to communicate our wishes and desires, an email is not typically sufficient to …
Olney Will Lawyers Answer, “Can an Email Serve as My Last Will and Testament?” Read More »
With today’s technology, access to information is literally in the palm of our hands. From your cell phone, you can download manuals to repair a washing machine that’s thirty years old or watch step-by-step video tutorials that will teach you how to do anything from knitting a sweater to playing an instrument without taking a …
