by Durham Law Firm | Dec 11, 2020 | Estate Planning
With the pandemic raging, it is crucial to have a medical power of attorney which allows you to make medical decisions for yourself should you become incapacitated or incompetent. Learn about what a medical POA is, why you need one, and how it...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 25, 2020 | Estate Planning
It is important to think about planning for long term care costs now before time slips away. None of us know what will happen next in our lives, but we can make a legal plan that provides for the long term care services we may need in the future while also maximizing...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 18, 2020 | Estate Planning
When it comes to growing older, the one thing we can do to help ourselves and others is to make plans before we need help. Let’s take a look at the many options available for those needing long term...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 6, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you are ready to think about what needs to be done to care for yourself and your family, a living trust, also called a revocable trust, is a good starting point. Whether you are trying to avoid probate expenses, care for yourself long term, regulate distributions...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 4, 2020 | Estate Planning
With the growing number of seniors in our society, elder financial exploitation now costs older Americans more than $2.6 billion per year. No matter what age you are now, this issue is bound to impact your life or the lives of those you care about. Learn how to...
by Durham Law Firm | Oct 30, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate
When a loved one dies, it is mentally and emotionally exhausting. However, you will feel less overwhelmed if you go ahead and do what needs to be done. It is important to let others know about the death and insure that the deceased’s assets are handled properly and...
