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Are your estate planning documents protecting your assets?
The COVID-19 outbreak brought much uncertainty and vulnerability, due in no small part to the uptick in financial fraud. Since May of 2020, it has been reported that the Department of Justice has charged over 600 defendants...more
The New York Power of Attorney is a legal instrument executed by an individual with capacity (a principal) appointing another (an agent) to handle his/her financial affairs. The current durable “short form” Power of Attorney...more
Employee benefits professionals have faced many challenges in 2020. We have seen remarkable changes to state and local requirements, an onslaught of new benefits legislation and governmental policies, shifting reporting and...more
On June 8, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that it is extending the available date of certain Covid-19 related origination process flexibility modifications for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac customers. These...more
It is important to have advance directives in place, whether in the midst of a pandemic or not. All adults should have three types of advance directives. ...more
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our lives and shifted our priorities in an unprecedented manner. Against this backdrop of uncertainty, though, opportunities in estate planning abound. Basic planning documents, such as...more
Healthcare providers generally are required to have an adult patient’s consent before they can administer any type of medical care, which raises the question: Who has the authority under Utah state law to make medical...more
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted the lives of millions across the globe, causing the loss of loved ones and livelihoods and heightening concerns for health and personal and financial safety. In these uncertain times,...more
In uncertain times like these, COVID-19 reminds us to be prepared for the unexpected. Do you have an estate plan in place? If so, now is the time to review those plans and make any necessary updates. If not, consider...more
If you’re like most people, there is a laundry list of things you’d rather do than think about your estate plan. While it can be a challenging area to discuss, your estate plan is essential to ensure you and your family are...more
Over the past few months, life has changed dramatically for a majority of North Carolinians. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for individuals to have estate planning documents, including a will, durable powers of...more
On May 4, 2020, the North Carolina General Assembly and Governor Roy Cooper signed into law Senate Bill 704 (NC S704). Two essential estate planning documents were part of NC S704 – health care powers of attorney and advance...more
As the world searches for a new normal, it is more important than ever to make sure that the interests of you and your loved ones are properly protected. We have compiled the below list of the basic life and estate planning...more
We hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe. 2020, the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic and this new reality of social distancing and isolation will not soon be forgotten...more
Overview - If the Corona Virus were not actually happening to each of us in Real Time and took place exclusively in Latin America, the Pandemic would actually become a Soap Opera, e.g. novela, shown everywhere in Latin...more
On April 7, 2020, the Ontario government made an order under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act which temporarily amends the provincial legislation governing the execution of wills and powers of attorney. The...more
Taking the time to complete your health care power of attorney and living will is a great step toward ensuring that your health care wishes will be followed if you are unable to make decisions for yourself. A health care...more
COVID-19 has changed our lives in so many ways. Social distancing and wearing masks at the grocery store have become the new normal. We are all doing our best to make sure our families are safe, which in many cases has...more
The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has disrupted life in unparalleled ways, forcing much of the U.S. population to self-isolate at home....more
If you’re like many people, you have not put much thought into who will make your health care decisions if you are unable or what kinds of decisions might need to be made. However, during these unprecedented times, you may...more
Overview - The worst thing about the unknown is the unknown itself! Who could have predicted the Corona virus pandemic and the economic fallout? Not even storytellers of Zombie tales could have predicted the timing of the...more
Planning for illness, infirmity and incapacity is always an important part of providing for your financial and personal security. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, though, we are all potentially facing an increased risk of...more
Friends and colleagues- My thoughts are with you during these uncertain times. First and foremost, I want you and your family to stay safe and healthy. Social distancing is a small price to pay for guarding the wellness...more
Gov. Cuomo has issued another Executive Order relaxing the execution standards for various legal instruments as part of New York State on PAUSE for the COVID-19 pandemic. Executive Order No. 202.14 provides for virtual...more
Are you stuck at home, isolated from the public, and your normal social interactions? Perhaps this would be a good time to review those old estate planning documents: your Will, Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of...more