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On the October 5, 2020 edition of Focus on Elder Law, Sherri discusses some special circumstances that make an otherwise simple estate more complicated. If you have any of the following you will want to listen to this! Complex Family Situations Blended families...
People, especially younger people, do not like to think about death, particularly their own. While it can be difficult and uncomfortable to think about the end of your life and how you would like things handled, a living will is a document that every adult should...
There a lot of talk going on right now about back to school. Teachers, parents, and students are all worried about corona virus. Are we doing virtual, in person, a little of both? There is still so much up in the air right now as Florida still battles with rising...
On March 27, 2020, the president signed the CARES Act into law, which among other things, provides broad temporary relief for federal student loan borrowers. For more than 40 million student loan borrowers carrying almost $1.4 trillion of debt, the CARES Act offers...
A bankruptcy, like many other legal representations, starts with you meeting with a bankruptcy lawyer. At Akin Law, we typically scheduled a consultation lasting between 30 and 45 minutes. Our office will email you a short information form to fill in with a map to our...
The NEW correct answer to this question is YES. One of the most frustrating aspects of the federal response to the financial hardships faced by many Americans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic is the lack of guidance available from Federal authorities. COVID-19...
Corona virus and the Elderly - Here's what people at talking about: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - People who are at Higher Risk: Older Adults Why Coronaviruses Hit Older Adults Hardest How to Protect Older People From the Coronavirus Can I visit my...
So, you are in “self-quarantine” or practicing “social distancing” but you have legal matters to address. What do you do – call a local lawyer or go online for services? Online legal services are a popular tool designed to save time and money, but are they a good idea...
Sherri talks about how the corona virus is effecting daily life at nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
You work hard to take care of your pets but have you ever thought about what happens to them after you pass away? Including your pets in your estate plan can give you the piece of mind that your faithful companions are well cared for even after you are no longer able...