by Durham Law Firm | Sep 24, 2020 | Estate Planning
Preparing for the future of a special needs person is crucial to their standard of living, especially after you have passed away. With some planning, it is possible for a special needs person to have SSI and Medicaid benefits while also benefiting from a trust fund...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 18, 2020 | Guardianship
A legal guardian to an adult is a tough position, especially if the person is in bad mental or physical health. It can be a difficult struggle to always act in the person’s best interest. Learn more about guardianship and how to resign as guardian if need be. Talk...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 16, 2020 | Guardianship
Concerns about the elderly people in your life? Or do you feel like someone is taking advantage of you in your own life? Don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Our attorneys specializing in elder exploitation can be an informative...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 9, 2020 | Estate Planning, Guardianship
If you pass away without a will, the state will make a decision about your children who could go into foster care. Find out how to avoid this situation for your children and learn more about planning for the...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 2, 2020 | Estate Planning
If the unexpected happens, do you have an estate plan for yourself and those you love? Are you prepared if you could no longer make decisions? Give your family the confidence to handle any medical emergencies you might face and to know how to handle your financial,...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 20, 2020 | Business
One of the most common questions our attorneys at Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna, PLLC receives from landlord’s is “how can I utilize the security deposit when there is damage or otherwise to my property?” North Carolina has a very specific set of rules regarding security...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Around the state of North Carolina and the rest of the country, Landlords are wondering what their rights are in cases of their tenants not paying their rent due to financial constraints as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In North Carolina, Governor Cooper along...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 13, 2020 | Business
A lot of landlords are wondering whether they are allowed to charge late fees in accordance with their lease agreements, as well as curious if they are allowed to shut off the utilities if there is non-payment of rent. We can help you understand what you are permitted...
