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Asking the court to give you control of your mother's or father's life is a big step to take -- and nobody should pursue a guardianship over another adult unless they're ready for the responsibility. Guardianship will give you court-ordered authority to make decisions...
When you're the trustee of someone's estate, you have to take reasonable steps to identify and locate that person's heirs. In today's world of highly mobile people, that's not always easy -- but not doing so can create massive headaches. An inadequate search can even...
Your estate plan is something that helps to protect your family members when you pass away. You probably spent considerable time getting everything set how you wanted it, but there might be some questions from your family members about what the plan entails. Taking...
If the day ever comes when you aren't capable of making decisions for yourself, who do you want to make those decisions for you? That's a big question. You're choosing who to give your powers of attorney to for medical and financial matters if they're ever needed...
Wills and trusts can be complicated legal matters, and they often come out of complicated emotional thinking related to the legacy that someone wants to leave behind when they die. The issues can be more intricate when people are leaving large assets of various types...
A conservator has a very important legal responsibility in Connecticut. In many ways, there are no more serious obligations, as a conservator agrees to take responsibility for someone who may not even understand what responsibility. Much like parents need to maintain...
Parenting is the first, and perhaps, most important part of a child's life. Parents set the standard for children's behavior, instilling ethics and values that last throughout a person's lifetime. It is best for individuals and society as a whole that children have...
There are several important elements to consider when constructing an estate plan. Not only should a proper estate plan include certain documents, but you should also be sure to designate the proper people to carry out your wishes. In particular, you should...
Estate planning can be a big undertaking, but it's an important one. It may seem like an afterthought compared to the stressful buzz of life. However, it can be a wonderful reward for family and other beneficiaries if people take the time and effort to make a plan and...
There are a lot of reasons that people may move as they age. Sometimes, another climate seems like a good move, and sometimes, it makes sense to be closer to family and friends. Connecticut and some other states, however, have a few added benefits. People are often...