Powers of attorney are important estate planning documents. They give people protection from emergency situations. An individual who has a heart attack or ends up in a coma after a car crash may benefit from previously-drafted powers of attorney. An agent or attorney...
People usually don't create estate plans for their own edification. Instead, their main priority is often to protect their loved ones. Married couples may establish estate plans to protect one another. Once they have children, the need for an estate plan increases...
Many people try to establish estate plans that can protect them for years, if not decades. They select personal representatives who are likely to remain healthy well into the testator's golden years. They use broad language when talking about the distribution of their...
Planning for your future medical care might feel overwhelming, but creating an advance directive can provide invaluable protection for you and your loved ones. This powerful legal document, also known as a living will, outlines your healthcare wishes and helps ensure...
There’s a broad legal doctrine known called “abatement ab initio” (meaning “from the beginning”) that says if a person passes away while they’re appealing their conviction in a criminal case, that case and the conviction are essentially wiped away. The doctrine is...
With age comes experience, and experience can make a person wise. Many adults who have decades of lived experience understand the world better than young people just starting out in life. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that older adults always make the best,...
Estate planning is a crucial process for many people in Colorado, and taking the right steps during this process can help you create a more effective plan to provide for your loved ones. What should you consider when creating your estate plan? 1. Look beyond your...
As we age, it's natural to experience a sense of disconnection from our social networks. For many seniors in Colorado, this disconnection turns into a crippling reality of isolation, with severe consequences for their mental and physical health. As a concerned loved...
Adults who have even a basic will in place have done more planning than most people. It is common for people to procrastinate for decades about estate planning. Most people do not have wills. Any estate planning is often better than ignoring the process entirely....
Over 72.5 million Americans will see a 2.5% increase in their Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in 2025. This adjustment helps recipients keep up with price increases, ensuring their purchasing power remains stable. If you're wondering...
