Over the past few years, you have undoubtedly heard of celebrities who passed away without leaving a plan for their multi-million dollar estates. Their loved ones and others spent years clamoring for a share in the wealth, and often, the legal squabbles consumed a...
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Missteps with your estate plan can have future consequences
Having a solid estate plan in place can ensure that you have control over your health care in the future and can plan for the care of others. You do not have to be wealthy in order to benefit from having a thoughtful and up-to-date estate plan in place. While...
Do you doubt the validity of your loved one’s will?
If you recently lost a loved one, condolences are in order. Even if his or her death was not unexpected, it probably still hurts, and you will grieve in your own time. At some point, whether you are ready or not, the executor of that person's will may file it with the...
Steps to applying for Social Security Disability
You may think of Social Security as something you get when you are old. However, the Social Security Administration also provides benefits for qualifying people whose medical condition prevents them from working. Even if you are in your twenties, you may still have...
Get the facts on Social Security Disability benefits
Do you get confused when you see various acronyms regarding supplemental financial assistance and insurance benefits at work, such as SSI, SSDI or SSA? Navigating a benefits claim can be challenging enough without adding further complication if you don't understand...
My Social Security claim came back denied. What can I do?
If you are unable to work due to a medical condition, you likely have grave concerns about your ability to buy the things you need, provide for your family and pay for the support you need. This is why it could be very important for you to secure Social Security...
Special tools for special needs loved ones
You know that every California family could benefit from a strong, thoughtful estate plan. Everyone needs an estate plan, but not every estate plan is the same. In fact, it is possible to draft a plan that uniquely suits the needs of your unique family. If you have a...
A special needs trust may be a solution for your family
There is no way to know for sure what will happen in the future, but California families can take certain steps to ensure that there are protections in place for every member of the family. If you are caring for a special needs child, or a person who cannot currently...
Your options when cancer keeps you from working
A cancer diagnosis is a frightening, life-altering prospect. The moment you get the news, you know your life will be different, and during these uncertain times, you should not have to worry about money. Treatment can be a lengthy process, and both the disease and the...
Leaving behind a rock-solid estate plan
You have given it a lot of thought and have finally decided the time is right to plan your estate. Perhaps you have a little money or some property to pass along, and you want to make sure they get into the right hands. More importantly, you may want to make sure they...