The responsibilities of the personal representative of an estate are not ones you should take lightly. The role requires a commitment to process and detail, and strict adherence to Colorado probate laws. What happens if you neglect these duties?You may find yourself...
In part 1 of this post, we talked about the importance of taking inventory of your digital assets and making long-term decisions about what you want to happen to each one, either before or after your death. We also discussed the kinds of digital assets that people...
In developing a comprehensive estate plan, one major issue is to see that your family members or the personal representative of your estate will be aware of the scope of your digital assets. Otherwise, they would not know where to look beyond the usual resources like...
For parents of adult children with special needs, long-term security is often an ongoing worry. You want to make sure your child receives the proper health care, assistance with daily life and financial support - not just right now, but for many years to come.Special...
A bipartisan push is underway to add financial relief to elderly victims of scams related to the coronavirus pandemic to the next federal COVID-19 relief bill. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, along with almost all other state and territorial attorneys general,...
Guardians, conservators, family members, trustees and others who care for elders, those with disabilities and other people with vulnerabilities are wise to understand and be prepared to put protections in place against fraudulent scams related to COVID-19. Financial...
When a loved one is aging or battling an illness and needs additional help, Colorado law provides numerous legal avenues for support. Among these options is conservatorship, a role that requires appointment by the courts.A conservator is, broadly speaking, legally...
Since March, when Americans started taking safety precautions to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, many business and personal interactions have moved online to minimize face-to-face contact. Many states – including Colorado – reacted by issuing...
Just about everybody owns an account or policy that requires a designated beneficiary. Such a designation allows you to choose who receives the funds upon your passing. Importantly, these assets then don’t go through the often-complex probate process.While this...
“Say hello to the girl that I amYou’re going to have to see through my perspectiveI need to make mistakes just to learn who I amAnd I don’t want to be so … protectedThere must be another wayCause I believe in taking chances …But my life...
