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Many people make New Year’s resolutions. If one of your resolutions was to make sure your affairs and finances are in order, then you are...

One of the unique provisions under Virginia law is the statutory protection of personal injury and wrongful death proceeds against creditors....

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced changes to the Long-term Care Spousal Standards that apply to married couples...

United States Savings Bonds have been around since 1935 and have evolved from the Series E Bond, which contributed billions of dollars to...

The COVID-19 pandemic has had sudden and significant repercussions for how individuals conduct their financial planning, specifically, how...

The process of administering a trust or estate can be lengthy and complex. It seems even longer for a beneficiary who has the expectation...

Does My Loved One Need a Representative Payee? If you have a friend or family member who receives Social Security benefits but no longer has...

Most of our clients want to remain in their home for as long as possible, however, many fail to realize that in-home care is often more expensive...

It is with great honor to announce that Hook Law Center Attorney and Shareholder, Letha Sgritta McDowell, has been elected as a Fellow of...

As of the November 23rd letter from the Administrator of the U.S. General Services Administration to President-Elect Joe Biden allowing the...

Dear Client: I am writing to you as we reach the end of this extraordinary and difficult year. Although the year is nearing an end, the events...

Even before the pandemic, social isolation and loneliness were considered serious health risks for older Americans because they are more likely...

It seems that as if no time in history have we been more focused on health than in 2020. Daily, we are receiving discouraging news about COVID,...

For many people, Medicaid is an important benefit that enriches their lives and allows them to receive much-needed care. Known as Medical...

In September, the Honorable Bruce D. White of the Fairfax County City Court issued an opinion that found that a trust is not a contract and,...

Prior to the explosion in popularity of the internet, personal property was fairly easy to define.  Things you can see, touch or hold,...

After a relative or friend dies, you may be surprised to learn that you were chosen to be the executor of their estate. You might feel pleased...

In the past I’ve written about what a trust is and whether a person needs a trust as part of their estate plan. If you haven’t read my most...

On Father’s Day 2014, legendary radio host Casey Kasem passed away at the age of 82 after a long battle with a progressive brain disorder...

Historically, Trustees retained full authority and liability for the administration of a trust. The Trustee was responsible for managing investments...