Estate planning appeared simpler in the past because it consisted of individuals getting their affairs in order, including making sure that their families and finances were taken care of. Baby boomers appear to have a different plan: they want to make a difference in...
Elder Law Attorneys Helping You Plan For The Future
Month: August 2013
Considerations before becoming the executor of someone’s estate
Being named as the executor of an estate is considered an honor by some Texas residents. However, with the title of executor comes various responsibilities as well. Therefore, a person might find out that they don't really want to be saddled with the responsibility of...
VA reverses decision and awards disability to veteran
Veterans in Texas might be interested to hear about an unprecedented decision that the VA made regarding one retired veteran's compensation. A retired veteran who served on the U.S. 123K aircrafts received Agent Orange disability compensation, which is significant for...
Choosing the right type of will is a key issue in estate planning
Making a will is a significant step for individuals or couples who want to ensure the well-being of their loved ones in the future. However, it is not a simple process. People creating a will must choose from a variety of types of wills after deciding which kind of...
New bill for veterans clears Senate committee
Veterans in Texas may be interested to learn that the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee passed a bill on July 24 providing for major changes in several areas pertaining to VA benefits. The changes will affect disability claims by sexual assault victims, G.I. Bill...