A health care proxy can wield a significant amount of power. They are important figures in your estate plan, so it’s important to understand their duties before you appoint one. What decisions can health care proxies make? A health care proxy will make just about any...
On what grounds can a will contest be based?
Losing a loved one can result in strong emotions, especially if family members do not get along or if there is a very sentimental attachment to certain items of the deceased’s property. If a loved one in Rochester left a will, this can help sort out inheritance...Planning for your long-term medical needs after retirement
Most people in New York face health issues as they age that could lead to an increase in their health care expenses. This is especially true for women. In fact, according to a 2016 report, health care costs women age 65 will incur while they are retired total about...Why have a simultaneous-death clause in your estate plan?
Married couples in New York may have taken the steps to create an estate plan. However, what happens if they both die at the same time, for example, in a fatal car crash? This can complicate the probate process, making it more difficult for their assets to be passed...
