Monthly Archives: November 2020
Why A Do-It-Yourself Will Is A Bad Idea
Creating a will is one of the most basic of estate planning tasks. It is also one of the most important. It details the property and assets you possess, dictates how these items should be distributed in the event of your death, designates specific beneficiaries, and helps your loved ones avoid potentially costly and… Read More »
As Nursing Homes Reopen For Visitors, Be Alert to Signs of Neglect and Abuse
Concerns over COVID-19 have kept people with loved ones in nursing homes from having in-person visits. Many families have had to content themselves with phone calls, online meetings, and visits through windows at the facility. As the number of cases has declined recently, nursing homes have begun easing restrictions. Our Bronx & Westchester estate… Read More »
Ways You Could be Undermining Your Will
A will is one of the most basic yet important estate planning documents and something that everyone should have in place. It details your estate and your wishes in the event of your death. However, without proper planning and a professional look at your entire estate assets, there are actions you may be taking… Read More »
Financial Exploitation: A Common Problem Among Older Adults
One of our recent posts involved neglect and abuse of older adults, focusing on physical acts of violence, verbal abuse, or intimidation. Unfortunately, there is another type of elder abuse that is common and often goes unreported: financial exploitation. As experienced Bronx & Westchester estate planning attorneys, we know that it can happen to… Read More »