As a resident of Washington state who has decided to create a will, it is important to understand what is and isn’t allowed. The creation of a will can be difficult, and the document must comply with statutory standards, or you risk the will being invalid. FindLaw...
Parents of children who have special health needs must develop an estate plan that facilitates necessary care and support when they are no longer able to do so. Many families strive to provide their child with a monthly income that comfortably covers expenses without...
As a Washington resident, it is possible that an insurer may deny your long-term care insurance claim. Even though you may have spent years paying premiums, it helps to know a few reasons for such denials. Having this information may help you avoid a claim denial....
Couples and individuals in Washington rarely want to face their own mortality, but the truth is that death and injury rarely come when you are expecting it. Estate plans are not just for elderly people and there are many facets to the plan that you may not even...
It is reasonable to assume that you may want to contest your elderly parent’s will in Washington if you discover that the document is considerably one-sided or does not include your name at all. People naturally want to make sure that their parents’ true wishes are...
Life expectancy is increasing in Washington and across the United States. While this is good news, it also means that many of our elderly loved ones will require additional care as they age. More and more seniors are moving into assisted living facilities across the...
It is important to retain a sharp attorney when you face any kind of estate planning task, whether you need to create an estate plan or help a parent with long-term care issues. Hiring the right lawyer can make all the difference in your case. When choosing an...
Growing older is something that inevitably happens to everyone. While you may not want to consider that your parent can no longer care for himself or herself, and may need to move into a care facility, often it is the best choice to make. Not every elderly adult will...
Growing older is something that inevitably happens to everyone. While you may not want to consider that your parent can no longer care for himself or herself, and may need to move into a care facility, often it is the best choice to make. Not every elderly adult will...
We established this blog to share stories and information about topics relevant to our practice. Our intent is to regularly provide posts highlighting legal issues of local, state and national interest that we think you will find interesting. Check back later for...
