A living will and a health care power of attorney are related documents that provide instructions on how to approach medical care once a person has become incapacitated. A living will, also known as an advance directive, provides instructions on what to do in certain...
The probate process can take a significant amount of time and money before any inheritances get distributed to a person’s beneficiaries. Additionally, probate filings, including wills, become part of the public record that anyone can access. As a result, many people...
When choosing specific Medicare plans, individuals face the broad choice between traditional Medicare, traditional Medicare with a Medigap plan, or a Medicare Advantage plan. Traditional Medicare covers hospital care, doctors visits, and prescription drugs through...
A guardian ad litem is a guardian that is appointed by a court to serve as a temporary guardian during the duration of a court proceeding. The phrase guardian “ad litem” translates from Latin to guardian “for the suit” in English. There are two main instances where...
For individuals with disabilities, and their parents and guardians, reaching adulthood presents a period of transition in terms of government benefits. Social Security reevaluates a person’s disability when they turn eighteen. The disability standards to qualify for...
Choosing a nursing home is an important decision that can greatly affect the quality of life for a person in need. Different facilities have different approaches and generally there is no such thing as a singular, perfect nursing home that is the best choice for...
