by mcl | Feb 2, 2015 | Columns, Legal Advice, Practical Living
By William B. Howell ROLE REVERSAL—WHEN THE CHILD BECOMES THE PARENT We all have our image of ourselves in relation to our parents. It is probably one of obedience and respect. We were taught not to talk back and not to ask unnecessary questions, but to obey. That was...
by mcl | Jan 11, 2015 | Columns, Legal Advice, Practical Living
By William B. Howell JUST DO IT! YOU HAVE PROCRASTINATED LONG ENOUGH! Here we are in a brand new year filled with promise and opportunity. In order to realize the promise and take advantage of the opportunity, you have to do something. Neither of these comes to you...
by mcl | Dec 1, 2014 | Columns, Legal Advice, Practical Living
By Elizabeth Wynn When an individual dies, his named executor or other fiduciary is allowed access to all physical assets including letters, documents, and legal papers. However, in today’s digital age, these fiduciaries also need authority over...
by mcl | Nov 3, 2014 | Columns, Legal Advice, Practical Living
By Elizabeth Wynn Have you ever asked what it would be like to find yourself in the position of primary caregiver to a friend or family member, whether in an emergency or otherwise? More than likely you will feel overwhelmed, if not completely lost. What do you do...
by mcl | Oct 1, 2014 | Columns, Legal Advice
By William B. Howell Many people do their estate planning using what has frequently been referred to as the “lazy man’s will.” That is, they designate a survivor owner in the ownership document (deed, CD, bank account, etc.) so that when one of the owners passes away,...
by mcl | Sep 4, 2014 | Columns, Legal Advice, Practical Living
It’s often said that a lawsuit is filed in this country about every six seconds! Even if you are sued and are actually right and the other party is wrong, it will still cost a lot of money in legal defense fees, not to speak of countless days of worry and stress. Most...
