Contest a Last Will and Testament
will contest
Contesting a Will and a Beneficiary Designation Change
When you consider contesting a last will and testament, you might also have to consider contesting changes to certain additional assets—for example, an account that has had a change in beneficiary designation or a change to joint account status. A Common Scenario for Contesting a Last Will and Testament and Beneficiary Change Let’s go back…
An Advance Directive for Nursing Home Negligence Cases
advance directive for nursing home negligence cases
Documenting Nursing Home Neglect
Nursing Home Neglect At some nursing homes and assisted living facilities, the staff and aides are underpaid, untrained, and overworked. In these situations, there is usually a high turnover rate. Therefore, mistakes might often be repeated and not corrected. The mistakes only come to light when disaster strikes, and a family member is willing to…
Protect Your House from Nursing Home Costs
Protect your house from nursing home costs
Filing a Petition for Adult Guardianship in Maryland
One of the first steps in the Maryland adult guardianship process is filing a petition with a circuit court. If you’re preparing to file a petition for guardianship, you might have some questions. Am I eligible to petition for guardianship? According to the law, you must be an interested person to petition for guardianship. An interested…
Maryland Adult Guardianship Process
Maryland Adult Guardianship Process: If someone’s health condition prevents them from making decisions regarding their medical care and finances, they may need a court appointed adult guardian. How to Become an Adult Guardian in Maryland We routinely provide advice regarding the guardianship rules and processes. Here is an overview on how to become an adult…
Photocopy of Last Will and Testament
Lost last will and testament
Probate: Post-Death Planning
Probate: Post-Death Planning Sometimes a proposed beneficiary distribution needs to be corrected after the death of a loved one. Example 1: Grandchildren Born After the Will Was Signed Probate: Post-death planning. One common circumstance is when a grandparent’s last will and testament clearly indicates that all of her grandchildren will inherit an equal share. She…