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Advanced Directives – Do You Need One?

May 17, 2017 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Advanced Directives

You are likely accustomed to making decisions for yourself, from small, seemingly insignificant decisions to major decisions. What happens, however, if you suffer from a terminal illness or a catastrophic accident that leaves you incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself? If that does come to pass, the only way you can be sure your wishes will be followed is if you executed an Advanced Directive that covers the situation. Advanced Directives are legal documents that allow you to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning

How Do I Know When My Parent Needs A Guardian?

June 1, 2016 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Deciding when a parent needs a guardian is never an easy decision to make. If you fail to step in, however, your parent could be physically injured or financially victimized by unscrupulous individuals who prey on the elderly. For these reasons, it is best to be proactive if you suspect that a parent’s physical or mental health has deteriorated to the point where a guardian may be needed. The average American lives much longer now than was the case a century ago. Living longer, however, doesn’t … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Incapacity Planning Tagged With: conservator, guardian, Guardianship, parent

Incapacity Planning – 5 Important Reasons Why You Need an Incapacity Plan

May 11, 2016 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Estate planning is something the many people put off. In fact, surveys show that less than half of all Americans have an estate plan in place. Even fewer have a comprehensive estate plan that includes an incapacity plan. People put off creating an estate plan for a variety of reasons. Many of those same reasons are given when asked why an individual does not have an incapacity plan in place. At the top of the list of explanations are “I don’t need one”, “I don’t want to dwell on my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning Tagged With: Estate Planning, incapacity plan, incapacity planning

Alternatives for Property Management upon Incapacity

May 4, 2016 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

When incapacity strikes it can cause a number of practical problems in addition to the emotional toll it takes on family and loved ones. If the incapacitated individual failed to create an incapacity plan, deciding how to manage property and acquiring the legal authority to do so can be complicated and time consuming. Understanding what options you have for property management upon incapacity is a good place to start if you suddenly find yourself in this position. When most people think of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning Tagged With: incapacitated, incapacity planning

Should I Have a Durable Power of Attorney in Houston Texas?

December 30, 2015 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Creating a comprehensive estate plan typically means creating and executing much more than just a Last Will and Testament. Exactly which additional documents will become part of your estate plan will depend on individual circumstances, goals, and concerns. Having said that, however, there are some estate planning documents that are commonly added to an overall estate plan. One of those is a durable power of attorney. Of course, you should consult with your estate planning attorney before … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning Tagged With: durable power of attorney, durable power of attorney in houston texas, POA

What Is Incapacity?

October 28, 2015 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

A well drafted estate plan should be able to accomplish a variety of goals as well as incorporating numerous objectives into the plan. Of course, deciding how your estate assets will be distributed upon your death remains the primary goal of any estate plan; however, your plan may also include additional components such as an incapacity plan. In order to understand why including an incapacity plan is such a good idea we need to first answer the question "what is incapacity?" If you are like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning Tagged With: incapacity planning

What is a Guardian or Conservator in Texas?

October 14, 2015 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Statistics tell us that one out of every three adults who makes it to the age of 65 will suffer from some type of dementia related disease or condition. If your parent, or other elderly family member, becomes one of these statistics you may find yourself in a difficult position. Stepping in and seeking legal control over your loved one may seem like you are taking away his or her independence; however, failing to step in could lead to tragedy. Knowing what a guardian or conservator in Texas can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Elder Law, Incapacity Planning Tagged With: conservator, guardian

Texas Incapacity Planning

October 2, 2015 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Texas Incapacity Planning from Steve P. Mendel An incapacity plan includes the legal framework necessary to grant one or more people the authority to make decisions for you and/or to manage your property and finances in the event you are unable to do so yourself. Learn more about Texas incapacity planning in this presentation.   … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning

Free Report: Incapacity Planning

July 21, 2015 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Studies tell us that as many as half of all Americans do not have a comprehensive estate plan in place. If you are one of them, there are reasons aside from the possibility of your death that should prompt you to finally create your plan. What happens, for example, if a tragic accident leaves you incapacitated tomorrow? Who will make decisions regarding your medical care and treatment? Who will manage your finances and assets? Without an incapacity plan within your overall estate plan the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning

What Should You Include in Your Incapacity Plan?

June 2, 2015 by

Your estate plan should do more than simply decide what will happen to your estate assets when you die. Although the additional components of your plan may differ from those of someone else, one popular addition to a comprehensive estate plan is an incapacity plan. Most people immediately think of old age related condition such as Alzheimer’s when they hear the term “incapacity planning.” While it certainly can protect you in the event of old age related incapacity, the reality is that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Incapacity Planning

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