You turned away for just a minute and your child was gone. This might be the biggest fear a parent has; I know it is mine. We are always telling our children not to talk to strangers or wander off alone. But, sometimes as parents WE need to be reminded of what to teach our [...]
Category Archives: Children
October 26, 2011
iPad Apps Specifically For Autistic Children And Adults
A few months back I wrote a blog about iPad Apps For Special Needs Children. As a follow up to this, I wanted to share a story that aired on 60 Minutes recently regarding Apps for Autism. You can watch the full story on YouTube at Apps for Autism. Although I heard some not so [...]
October 24, 2011
5 Things Your Child’s Caretaker Should Always Have Or Know
I took my daughter to the pediatrician the other day for her yearly check up. And while I was waiting to check in I heard the nurse say to the woman in front of me: “If you are not the parent we will need something in writing from a parent to treat the child.” It [...]
May 19, 2011
3 Legal Documents Every Graduating Senior Needs to Ensure Parents Can Make Important Medical And Financial Decisions On Their Child’s Behalf (Press Release)
As a local attorney, I can’t stress enough how timely (and critical!) this information is. Many young adults in our area will soon be heading off to college or traveling abroad without the 3 key documents (Advance Health Care Directive, HIPAA Form and Financial Power of Attorney) they need for mom or dad to oversee [...]
April 12, 2011
Parents of Disabled Children Should Know The Importance Of Special Needs Planning
Estate planning is incredibly important for all parents, as it allows them the opportunity to make very difficult choices. It provides the chance to determine who will raise your minor children if you can’t, what money will be set aside or used for their upbringing, and even what money will be used to support them [...]
February 12, 2011
Give and You Shall Receive!!
************************************************************************************************************** While efforts are underway to complete the Ronald McDonald House, many people and businesses, including our Firm, in and around Charlotte are donating their time and talents to this wonderful cause. While my Ballantyne office is far from the hustle and bustle of construction going on to build the house in Dilworth for families to stay [...]
December 7, 2010
Who Will be the Guardian of Your Children?
As a mom, the thought of leaving my daughter to grow up without one or God forbid both of her parents is heartbreaking. No one could possibly raise my child as I know her dad and I could (not that we are perfect!) As a parent, how do you decide who will raise your children? [...]
December 3, 2010
Legacy Planning…How Estate Planning Should be Viewed
I have practiced in the area of Estate Planning for over 10 years. The reasons why clients create an estate plan vary, but one of the most common connections between clients that I have seen is that they consider it to be me more than just about money and “things”. When we die we leave [...]
November 30, 2010
PRESS RELEASE: ARE YOU LEGALLY PREPARED FOR AN ACCIDENT OVER THE DANGEROUS HOLIDAY TRAVEL SEASON?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sabrina Winters Phone: (704) 843-1446 Email: swinters@sabrinawinterslaw.com With the stores crowded, traffic horrendous and holiday parties in full swing, the period between Thanksgiving and New Years Day is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous travel times of the year. Charlotte lawyer, Sabrina Winters, urges families to be prepared by making necessary [...]
November 22, 2010
Planning for Special Needs Children
If your child is receiving certain types of government assistance which they are receiving based on their assets, a direct inheritance may potentially disqualify them from receiving that assistance. How do you get around this without actually disinheriting your child? Simply do not provide for a direct inheritance to them and instead create a Special [...]