I’m not certain there are official statistics for this, but based on my years of experience as a Charlotte wills and trust lawyer, a common denominator among my clients that have no estate plan in place when they come to meet me is that it has been too difficult to face their own mortality. They [...]
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January 12, 2012
Another Reason To Hire An Attorney To Do Your Will Or Trust
Farrah Fawcett passed away a little over two and a half years ago. She had some great legal advice in that she put her wishes in writing via a Trust. Far too often you see wealthy individuals in the spot light pay thousands for a pair of shoes, but don’t ever invest in good legal [...]
December 15, 2011
Powers Of Attorney…What Are They And What Do They Do?
Generally speaking, there are various types of powers of attorney in North Carolina; each with its’ own specific function. Their function is more detailed than I will provide below. However, generally it is as follows… 1. Durable General Power of Attorney: This Power of Attorney is created so that someone can manages finances for you. [...]
December 9, 2011
How To Find Someone To Fill Your Shoes
A big part of the estate planning process is choosing certain individuals to step in and either take over or assist you with certain aspects of your life. What roles are we talking about? Executor (to handle the collection and distribution of your estate); Guardian of minor children (to raise your minor children); Trustee of [...]
November 16, 2011
It Is Not Always How You Think It Is
Under North Carolina law, it is not always your spouse ultimately who may make medical decision on your behalf. The following persons (summarized from the statute), in the order indicated, are authorized to consent to medical treatment on behalf of a patient who is comatose or otherwise lacks capacity to make or communicate health care [...]
November 9, 2011
It Could Happen To Any Of Us At Anytime
My best friend and I talk almost every day, at the very least every other day. I have to admit we don’t always have something “important” to say, but we have been friends for almost 25 years so I guess you don’t need to justify the call with a reason. So, when I called [...]
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 [...]
September 26, 2011
It IS All About You!
I over-heard something while attending a health fair the other day at a retirement community. An older adult child was attending the fair with her older parents; if I had to guess they were in their early 70′s. Mom stopped to talk to me about why she needed a will at her “old age” (her [...]
August 30, 2011
Do You Know The Warning Signs For A Scam?
There are numerous scammers out there, many of whom prey on the elderly. The Better Business Bureau has some guidelines to follow to prevent these scammers from taking advantage of your loved ones. Full article: Financial Elder Abuse – BBB Has Warning Signs and Offers Prevention Tips. If you think that someone you love has [...]
August 26, 2011
Pat Summitt Has Some Important Decisions To Make NOW
As the coach of the Lady Vols basketball program at the University of Tennessee, Pat Summitt has amassed a legendary record with her teams winning 8 NCAA Championships, 29 SEC tournaments and regular season championships. She elevated the program to the highest level in women’s collegiate sports while always crediting her success to her players. [...]