Probate court exists in part to help ensure the fair and appropriate distribution of people's property when they die. Left to their own devices, some people will lie to their family members or even steal from an estate. The probate courts help provide oversight for...
Month: September 2022
Everything you need to know about powers of attorney
There are a few things that nearly everyone needs to include: beneficiaries, asset itemization, executor of the estate and valid signatures for proof of its authenticity. One of the many things people don’t realize is included in a will is a power of attorney (POA)....
Do I need an attorney to file an SSDI claim?
For as long as you have received paychecks from employers with certain taxes withheld, you have likely made contributions to the Social Security program. Workers accumulate credits based on their annual taxable income, and even part-time employees will eventually...
How to justify gaps in your treatment history to Social Security
You’ve been struggling with one or more medical conditions for a while now that have made it difficult for you to continue working. You need to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. There’s just one problem: You haven’t exactly been...