by fawcettlaw | Aug 24, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
A medical power of attorney, sometimes known as a Durable Medical Power of Attorney or a Power of Attorney for Health Care is a legal document which appoints an “agent” to make decisions on medical treatment in the event you are unable to speak for yourself. Unlike...
by fawcettlaw | Aug 17, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
A Guardianship is a court process where a judge determines that an individual is not competent to handle his personal and business affairs. The appointment of a guardian strips a person of most, if not all, of his constitutional rights, including the right to...
by fawcettlaw | Aug 11, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Perhaps the most difficult part of the estate planning process is overcoming procrastination and scheduling that initial consultation. For the best results, you need to deal with an attorney who provides estate planning services on a regular basis. When you call to...
by fawcettlaw | Aug 4, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Clinical depression in the elderly is common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Late-life depression affects about 6 million Americans age 65 and older. But only 10% receive treatment for depression. Depression in the elderly is also frequently confused...
by fawcettlaw | Jul 29, 2014 | Fawcett & Fawcett
A Trust is an entity which owns assets for the benefit of a third person (beneficiary). A Living Trust is an effective way to provide lifetime and after-death property management and estate planning. When you set up a Living Trust, you are the Grantor; anyone you name...
