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Elders face risks of abuse, but families may help safeguard them
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...
How to pick the right power of attorney
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...
When should you change your health care proxy?
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...
3 common causes of disputes over inheritance
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...
Should you have a living will or power of attorney?
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...
What makes a will invalid? 3 common pitfalls
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...
How dying without a will may affect property in New York
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...
Do you think a caregiver influenced a loved one’s will?
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. ...
Do children conceived after the death of a parent have inheritance rights?
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...