by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Mar 11, 2026 | Incapacity Planning, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Power of Attorney
Can a nursing home override a power of attorney in North Carolina? Learn how POA, health care directives, and guardianship affect your loved one’s...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Feb 13, 2026 | Estate Planning
Learn the difference between a living trust and will, how each works, and which option can better protect your family, home, or...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Oct 31, 2025 | Incapacity Planning, Elder Law
Deciding when to move from assisted living to nursing home care is one of the hardest choices you may face for yourself or someone you love. Assisted living offers independence with support, but nursing homes provide more intensive medical and daily care. Knowing the...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Oct 10, 2025 | Incapacity Planning, Elder Law, HWH Updates
When it comes to elder care law, you might feel like you are walking through a maze with no clear path forward. You want to protect your loved one, but the rules, paperwork, and legal details can feel overwhelming. The truth is, families often make mistakes not...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Sep 25, 2025 | Estate Planning, Guardianship, HWH Updates
Naming your minor child as a beneficiary or back-up beneficiary of your life insurance may seem like the most natural choice. Many people presume that financial institutions must have mechanisms to ensure that funds left to a minor are properly overseen until the...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Sep 5, 2025 | HWH Updates, Estate Administration, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Incapacity Planning, Power of Attorney
Life changes quickly. One unexpected health crisis or financial setback can leave your family scrambling. Without a clear plan in place, your parents’ care and your family’s financial security may be at risk. Estate planning for elderly parents is all about protection...
