As a California estate lawyer, when I meet with parents to start the process of creating a special needs plan for their child with disabilities, I almost always advise against leaving any type of inheritance outright to the child when mom or dad passes away. This can come as a shock to parents, who… Read More
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California Will Lawyer Asks, “Who will manage your digital footprint after you pass?”
According to research, 69% of adults ages 50-64 are on social media regularly, and 50% of adults older than 65 are on some form of social media as well. However, in my experience as a California will lawyer, I’ve found that most people do not have a plan for what should happen to their growing… Read More
Understanding Adult Conservatorships in California
For those caring for elderly relatives in California, there may be relief knowing that the senior has a medical directive, power of attorney, and/or trust in case he or she becomes incapacitated. However, it’s also possible that there is no guiding documentation to help when the relative is unable to make decisions on his or… Read More
How an Estate Planning Lawyer Can Help You Through Every Stage of Life
Whether you have recently reached adulthood, are starting your family, reaching retirement, or approaching some other major milestone in life, there is a good chance that it is time to contact to your estate planning lawyer. Do not believe it? Check out these reasons: Estate planning knowledge is specialized. While you might have great insight into what… Read More
Planning For Organ, Tissue, and Body Donations With Your Will Lawyers
Will lawyers help California residents to make all kinds of decisions based on federal, state, and local laws. From what to do with property to who will become a child’s guardian, there is no shortage of topics that should be considered. One of the areas that you will likely want to discuss with your estate… Read More
Will and Estate Lawyer: Don’t Transfer Ownership of Your Home without Understanding These Five Hazards
Many people believe that it would be easier for their loved ones if they transferred ownership of their home before they need to. Bypassing probate in California, they believe, will be easiest for everyone. That could be true. However, there are several risks to consider that might harm you or your heirs. Hazard #1 –… Read More
3 Legal Documents Every Graduating Senior Needs
Do you have a senior graduating from high school this year? Before your son or daughter packs up for a summer internship, a vacation, or even their first semester of college, I want you to think about what it means having a child who is now an “adult” in the eyes of the law. Essentially… Read More
California Debt Blog: Portfolio Recovery Associates Dismisses 2 Cases
In what is good news for one of my clients, she was sued by Portfolio Recovery Associates in 2 separate cases. The lawsuits were filed in 2012 for two alleged credit card debts. She denied she owed any money to…
California Debt Blog: You may limit “prescreened” offers of credit and insurance you get based on information in your credit report
Unsolicited “prescreened” offers for credit and insurance must include a toll-free phone number you can call if you choose to remove your name and address from the lists these offers are based on. You may opt-out with the nationwide credit…
California Debt Blog: You must give your consent for credit reports to be provided to employers
A consumer reporting agency may not give out information about you to your employer, or a potential employer, without your written consent given to the employer.