While people in Washington do not like to think about what will happen when they die, it is an important thing to consider in order to prevent issues in the future. Even those who do not have significant assets or children benefit from conducting some basic planning....
Washington State residents who have been married and divorced and who then meet a new partner to whom they want to get married should feel excited about having another chance at a happy and positive lifelong relationship. Many things can contribute to making a...
When it comes to estate planning for seniors in Washington, a sense of trust is the foundation all partnerships should be based on. The failure of this basic concept was behind a lawsuit filed by Washington's Attorney General against a Texas-based company for its...
In Washington state, people who are 65 and older may qualify for Medicaid to cover the costs of their nursing home care. This may be very important, as the average cost of a room in a nursing home may be quite expensive. In fact, according to SeniorLiving.org, the...
Each state has its own laws about wills. For example, in some states, a will may be handwritten, while in others, it is not valid. Some states require witness signatures, and others do not. The Revised Code of Washington Chapter 11.12 defines what makes a will valid...
For many seniors, giving up the car keys signals a major loss of independence. Unfortunately, the risk for involvement in a fatal crash begins increasing at age 70 and is highest among adults older than 85, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....
The costs of long-term care add up quickly, particularly in Washington state where the average yearly cost for residing in a nursing home is between $70,000 and $80,000. The Seattle Times reported on figures which show that only about 10% of Americans have long-term...
A power of attorney is a crucial document that grants another individual the power to make decisions for you should you become unable to do so for any reason. Per Washington and federal law, you can use the POA document to detail how much responsibility you want to...
On our blog, we cover a number of topics, from estate planning to Medicare issues and key decisions that have to be made regarding the end of one’s life. All of these topics carry over into elder law, another key focus of our law firm, and there are many other legal...
From creating an estate plan to managing a loved one’s estate after they pass away, the estate planning process can be complex and emotional from start to finish. Unfortunately, disagreements can arise at various points, and they are especially likely to surface...
