Your family business is how you earn a living and must be protected. Unfortunately, many small business owners risk everything they have because they do not have contracts to safeguard their interests. This is understandable; many family business owners have their hands full running the day-to-day operations. However, with the help of a skilled attorney,… Read more »
We do not like to think about it, but everyone gets sick and dies eventually. As we age, we must prepare for the inevitable by having our legal documents and affairs in order. Learn below about the legal documents you may need in case of terminal illness or death. If you need legal assistance with… Read more »
Few people like to think about planning for when they pass away. However, performing estate planning gives peace of mind because you can provide instructions on how your assets will be distributed when you pass on. However, creating a will or trust can be complex, and you may have questions. Below are some of the… Read more »
EMERGENCIES, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE OHIO HEALTHCARE POWER OF ATTORNEY Emergency Medical Information Technology offers great help in case of an emergency. Most of us carry a smartphone where ever we go. I encourage you to use the emergency capabilities and features of your smartphone. I have an iPhone, but I believe that other smartphones such… Read more »
If you want your wishes to be respected when you are gone, it is essential to make your will. Creating a will should be a priority, so you have a say in how your assets are distributed. Talk to a Cortland estate planning attorney at The Law Office of John C. Grundy for assistance today…. Read more »
You are ahead of many people if you have already written a will. When did you draft your will, and when was it last reviewed? Read below about how to update and check your will. Next, call our Trumbull County estate planning attorneys at the Law Office of John C. Grundy for assistance. When Should… Read more »
Many parents with disabled children worry about how their kids will survive when they are no longer here to support them emotionally and financially. But, unfortunately, leaving money to your child with autism may prevent him from receiving assistance from Social Security’s Supplement Security Income and Medicaid. Most beneficiaries in these programs only have a… Read more »
People who intend to leave their estate to heirs are often concerned about tax issues. However, after years of hard work, the last thing you want is to expose your assets unnecessarily to tax authorities. Fortunately, estate planning with life insurance and annuities can help to shield some of your assets from taxation. Below are… Read more »
An estate is broadly defined as the collective value of all property, assets, and liabilities that are owned, controlled or owed by a person. When someone passes away in Ohio, their estate may be required to go through the probate process. It is possible to avoid probate, and our estate planning lawyer can help you… Read more »
Senior citizens and other older Americans have unique legal needs. As noted by the Ohio Department of Aging, elder law is a specialized practice area that is focused on the issues facing older adults. Planning is critically important. With the right legal structure in place, you can protect yourself, your family, and your assets. Here,… Read more »