Retirement planning may be broken down into five phases. Each phase has its own goals and presents its own challenges. Read through to understand...
Disputes between nursing homes and residents’ families can arise over a number of topics. The quality of care and food, adequate staffing...
African-Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at a slightly higher rate than people of European ancestry, but a new study found no...
When clients hear the term “estate planning,” they often think it does not apply to them. The word “estate” often...
Though it was a long, often contentious time coming, Congress did finally approve a bill to reduce what everyone dubbed the “fiscal...
Hook Law Center often hears from children who are concerned that their parents may not have an estate plan in place. Many children are concerned...
When people hear the term “estate planning,” they often think of a wealthy older gentleman managing extensive business and personal...
We never know when an emergency situation might happen. Because of this, it is important for every person to carry emergency contact information...
Question – Is it important to have an advance medical directive as part of your estate plan? Answer – Yes, an advance...
Pre-planning your funeral service and burial can be one of the most thoughtful gifts to leave your loved ones. Here are several reasons why...
Estate planning is the process by which a person plans for the management of his or her assets, affairs and healthcare if he or she becomes...
A new development occurred on January 1, 2010, that affects the vast majority of our clients. Changes to the federal estate tax will affect...
Hook Law Center is often asked how can a client provide for a pet if the client becomes disabled or dies? Many states have adopted statutes...
A recent Investment News article by Kathleen M. Rehl discussed the value of parents leaving “legacy letters’ for their children...