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Understanding life estates may be essential if protecting the home (or other real property) is an important goal. Getting the concept down, however, can be a bit … Continue Reading
You have that uneasy feeling that you ought to be doing something . . . just not sure what. Perhaps Mom or Dad has been exhibiting some troubling health symptoms. As the oldest/only/closest child you know that it will be up to you to come up with a solution.
You’ve also been … Continue Reading
Updated April 14, 2017
Recent Question: Bob, is it OK for the trustee of a special needs trust to purchase a $2,000 pure bred spaniel for the trust beneficiary, Edwina?
Recent Answer: Only if Edwina is not planning on eating the dog. I’ll explain. First, you’ll need to … Continue Reading
Originally published in Course & Scope (January 2012) Newsletter of the Workers' Compensation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association
Your new client Ralph Kramden, 66, comes to you seeking help. He has a $100,000 Medicare Set-aside Arrangement established after a minor … Continue Reading
Guest Columnist . . .
Patricia A. Shevlin, MD
At the beginning of every year, most of us try to get organized, make a few resolutions about what we could do better and start new prescription drug plans. One area that is frequently neglected is the medication list. In an effort … Continue Reading