WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW RIGHT NOW CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 19 ITS DEVISTATING EFFECT ON YOUR FAMILY AND WHAT TO DO BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE By JANIS A. CARNEY Attorney at Law Certified Specialist in Trusts & Estates* and Elder Law** Although not yet final, it appears that on November 3, 2021…Read More
In light of the current pandemic, many Americans are becoming aware of the importance of creating or updating their estate planning documents. With the extension of some states’ stay in place orders, it may be tempting to create your own documents all on your own. Whether you are considering writi…Read More
Free Download- Will Formalities Having an updated last will and testament is more important than ever, especially now. However, a will that is poorly created or not frequently updated can be vulnerable to contestation. What is contestation? It is the formal objection to a will’s (or trust’s) val…Read More
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it often becomes more difficult to communicate with them. Every case is different, but typically, Alzheimer’s gradually makes it more challenging for people to process what is said in a conversation and effectively relay what they feel, des…Read More
When it comes to elder law, basic estate planning, long-term care planning, and life care planning are crucial types of planning that every elder needs to consider. That said, if you are not a lawyer, then it can be difficult to know what is involved with making each of these plans. Many people have…Read More
If you are like most seniors, then you probably would prefer to stay in your home instead of living in a nursing home or a long-term care facility. Veterans across the United States, and those in San Diego, are eligible for the Veteran-Directed Home and Community-Based Services Program. In today’s…Read More
Though older adults often face unique health challenges, recent studies show that strength training can mitigate many of them, and prove more beneficial than cardio-based exercise. In today’s entry, we’ll explain a few of the benefits seniors can receive from strength training. Before we begin, …Read More
The height of the holiday season is just around the corner, and if you are like most Silicon Valley residents, then creating a will before the end of the year is probably quite low on your priority list. We hope that the holiday season finds you and your loved ones healthy and well, and as the new y…Read More
In case you have not been watching television or reading pop culture magazines, legendary vocalist, pianist, and songwriter Aretha Franklin passed away on August 16, 2018. Franklin's health struggles have plagued her for years, though she still made an effort to perform and publicly support charitab…Read More
Many people use the words “trust” and “will” synonymously, but these words have distinct and important meanings when used in a legal context. In today’s post, we will provide you with an introduction to trusts and wills that will illuminate their similarities and differences. If you would …Read More