A domestic asset protection trust can help loved ones avoid probate and provide your family with a number of potential benefits
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Power of Attorney outlines who should take control of your financial and medical affairs should you become incapacitated
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Medicaid is a social program geared toward helping senior citizens with health-related costs provided they hit certain income levels. But do you qualify?
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Medicaid has a 5 year lookback, meaning any money that you do not want to be impacted by Medicaid eligibility needs to be moved ahead of time, so the 5 year lookback rule does not effect you
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Getting older comes with a multitude of new decisions. You might need to decide how you’ll pay for medical care after retirement, who should take care of you if you cannot do it yourself, and what should happen to your estate when you die. Rhode Island elder law states you can help plan for the future and save your loved ones from making painful decisions and potential legal headaches. To help you understand, we’ve put together an overview of Rhode Island elder law.
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The term “prenup” might bring a negative image to mind. After all, it can seem like bad luck to plan for a divorce before even getting married. But plenty of couples can benefit from setting up a prenup. Prenups can offer peace of mind during your marriage and help you avoid a massive headache if your marriage suddenly ends
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When you and your ex-partner finalize your divorce or separation, you or the court will decide who gets custody and when. But what happens if you believe that your children are in danger? In order to look after your children’s best interests, it’s possible to file for emergency temporary custody in Rhode Island at any point during the divorce proceedings, after a divorce has already been finalized, or after the court has made a determination on Rhode Island child custody order in cases where parties are not married.
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Whether they result in minor property damage or serious injuries, a Rhode Island car accident can be chaotic and frightening. Even when you’re not at fault, the adrenaline and shock can leave your mind spinning.
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Even if you both agree that splitting up is for the best, there are still plenty of stressful decisions you’ll need to make before you can finalize a divorce–like how you’ll divide your assets. Property division is often one of the most heated sources of contention during divorce negotiations.
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You worked hard for all the assets you’ve gained throughout your life and after you’re gone, you want to ensure that your loved ones receive what you've left for them quickly and discretely. Having a Warwick RI lawyer set up a trust can help you accomplish that task. Here we explain the difference between revocable vs irrevocable trusts and which may be right for you
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