What Is A Codicil?
A codicil is a document that is used to explain, change, add to, or take away from, the existing will. It is not meant to contain the entire will itself, nor is it meant to totally revoke a prior …
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What Is The Qtip Trust?
QTIP trust stands for the qualified terminable interest property trust. It allows certain property to qualify for an estate and gift tax marital deduction even though it ordinarily would not …
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What Is An Advance Directive?
An Advance Directive enables you to guide your family and physician if you are unable to communicate with them. It allows you to control the extent to which lifesustaining medical measures …
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The Rights of Nursing Home Patients
No one should be afraid to lose his or her autonomy when entering a nursing home. A nursing home is not a jail. Nursing home residents have rights which the nursing home must legally respect. Many of these rights were granted to nursing home residents in the Nursing Home Reform Amendments of OBRA 1987. Those rights include: · …
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Why Everyone, Even Young People, Need an Estate Plan
Many young people are hesitant to consult an attorney about creating an estate plan. They may believe that death is far away or that they don’t have enough assets to make estate planning important. However, estate planning is important for all adults regardless of age or assets. An Estate Plan Can Help You if You Injured or Ill A properly drafted estate plan can help …
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