Making the decision to file for divorce and end one’s marriage is not where husbands and wives see themselves when they said, “I do” years before. It is the first…
Category: Family Law
Estate Planning Second Marriages - A Guide
The dynamics around estate planning second marriages can be tricky with the emotions involved and conflicts among beneficiaries. For example, it is not uncommon for children from an earlier marriage…
Why A Durable POA is Valuable for Elder Care
As the population of Northeast Ohio continues to age, caring for elderly loved ones is becoming an all-too-common responsibility for children and other relatives. A key part of caring for…
Elder Abuse Financial Exploitation - Recognizing The Signs
Seniors are increasingly becoming targets for elder abuse financial exploitation. As people over 50 years old control over 70 percent of the nation’s wealth, fraudsters are using new tactics to…
Breaking Down a Power of Attorney in Ohio
A power of attorney (POA) is one of the most powerful legal documents an individual can possess. Having a POA carries significant responsibility. If it’s in the wrong hands, it…
Elderly Family Legal Considerations
Eleven percent of family caregivers live an hour or more away from their elderly or ailing loved one, according to a study from AARP and the National Alliance of Caregiving.…