By www.AsktheLawyer.us When someone passes away without a will (intestate), the estate distribution process is typically governed by state laws. The specific process can vary depending on the jurisdiction, but here are the general steps involved: Determine the Executor or Administrator The court wil...
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NEW YORK (January 22, 2024)— To help families protect their loved ones with dementia from the potential dangers of wandering in cold winter areas, where frigid temperatures, snow, and ice create additional safety risks, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing four tips dementia fami...
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When a person passes away and leaves behind an estate, they often name someone in the family as the executor of their estate: the person who settles debts, distributes assets to people mentioned in the will, arranges to have estate taxes paid, and so on. If you’re chosen for this role, it coul...
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As we enter a new year, many of us take this opportunity to reflect on our lives and set goals for the future. While resolutions often revolve around personal health, career, or lifestyle changes, it’s equally important to consider our financial and legal well-being. One important yet often ov...
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By Mandy Doria | December 20, 2023 | The Conversation The holiday season is meant to be filled with joy, connection and celebration of rituals. Many people, however, are starkly reminded of their grief this time of year and of whom – or what – they have lost. The added stress of the holiday season d...
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Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com By Samantha Maldonaldo | November 15, 2023 New York State is moving to combat deed theft. Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday signed into law a bill that aims to give prosecutors more latitude to go after fraudulent real estate transactions — and keep homeowne...
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Senior citizens are more prone to falls than any other age group. This is true because seniors often suffer from arthritis, balance and gait issues, and several other conditions that increase their susceptibility to falling. Whenever a senior does fall, they’re also more apt to be severely inj...
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By National Institute on Aging Many older adults are caregivers for their grandchildren or other young relatives. In the United States, more than 2.7 million children are currently being raised by older family members. These kinds of families are often called grandfamilies, in the case of grandparen...
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By JR Holguin | October 16, 2023 From the overlooked stages of Alzheimer’s to systemic discrimination in the workplace, experts and new initiatives call for a societal shift recognizing the value and diversity of elderhood. BROOKLYN, NY — In the United States, a culture that idolizes youth and...
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Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 71 million Americans will increase 3.2 percent in 2024, the Social Security Administration announced today. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. More...
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