When someone names you the executor over his or her Washington estate, you owe that individual and his or her beneficiaries and creditors a particular duty of care. There are many steps involved in serving as someone's executor, and if you fail to take some of them or...
When you place your loved ones in a care center or nursing home, you assume that they will be in good hands. Many people move their elderly family members into a center because they are unable to provide adequate care for them at home. In fact, more than 1.4 million...
Not only are you forced to deal with the emotions of losing a loved one, but you may have to help finalize the estate. Washington and many other states in the nation require probate before the courts are able to disperse assets and property left in the last will and...
As its name implies, elder law and its practitioners address all the issues that face older adults, their caregivers and their families and friends. As you and your parent's age, you should become aware of the laws that protect you and the services available to you....
No one can know what the future holds but having a plan in place for the what-ifs is an important step in long-term care planning. There are many options for ensuring family members and medical professionals are aware of your wishes. Advance directives Decisions about...
With no warning at all, unexpected illnesses or injuries may leave people incapacitated and in need of life-saving treatment or end-of-life care. Through advance care planning, however, people express their wishes, even when they cannot use their voices. Legal...
Knowing that if something happens to you, your children have loving and committed people to parent them can bring you peace of mind. Finding people who are the right fit to take on such a serious responsibility can cause some angst. When you know some strategies for...
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, you may pay special attention to his or her care. If you worry about the treatment he or she receives, understanding the signs of neglect may help. One of the most common injuries neglected patients suffer from are bedsores....
Reviewing your estate plan serves as part of the maintenance of your estate as a whole. It is something you will need to do somewhat regularly, as the relevance of your plan depends on how up-to-date it is. This means you should also know what your goals are when it...
Many young people in Washington delay making estate plans. Sometimes, they do so because they fear it takes too much time or because they question whether they have enough to warrant one. If you count yourself among those who have yet to make an estate plan, know that...
