A Tradition Of Caring And Compassionate Representation For Staten Islanders
Elderly residents living alone with poor health conditions face higher risks of abuse. According to a Cornell University study, greater than one out of 10 of New York state's older residents may experience mistreatment over the next 10 years. Researchers also noted...
You have a few options when choosing a power of attorney. You can choose a financial power of attorney if you want someone to handle your taxes, debts and bills near the end of your life. You can also choose a medical power of attorney if you want someone else to be...
Even if you have enjoyed good health throughout most or all of your life, you may eventually become incapable of communicating your health care wishes to doctors and other caregivers. According to the New York State Department of Health, your incapacitation may be due...
When a family member passes away, this can cause great emotional upset to those closest to them. Not only do loved ones have to grieve, but there are also many organizational factors to consider. One crucial aspect that must be settled is how the deceased estate...
Estate plans not only to protect your family after you are gone. They can also safeguard you while you are still alive. Certain legal documents ensure you can communicate your medical wishes to health care staff in the event of serious illness or injury. According to...
Creating a will allows you to decide what will happen to your assets and belongings when you pass on. The document rightfully serves as your last instructions to your loved ones. As such, you want to be certain that it will be recognized and your final wishes will be...
Without a valid will, also referred to as dying “intestate,” the deceased's real estate may end up transferring to the State of New York. If an individual dies intestate and has no surviving family members, the Empire State may end up owning his or her property, as...
The estate plan or will that someone leaves behind when they die should be a reflection of their wishes and relationships. People often invest much personal effort into the creation of an estate plan that leaves something meaningful for each of their loved ones. ...
Reproductive technology has come a long way. The things doctors are able to do are simply amazing. One of those things is to take genetic material from parents and create children outside of the body. This opens the door for some tricky situations after one of those...
If you have an elderly parent who requires in-depth care or supervision, placing your mother or father in a nursing home may be advisable. After all, you may lack the skills, time and money to do the task without professional assistance. The average daily rate for a...
