November is National Caregivers Month, a time when people can acknowledge the hard work that millions of Americans do every day in providing assistance to the elderly, ill, or disabled. Nearly 66 million Americans act as unpaid caregivers in some fashion, supporting friends, families and loved ones in any number of ways. As we get closer to Thanksgiving and the holidays, you might want to take some time to thank those in your life who are providing such care, even if you are not the recipient. … [Read more...] about National Caregivers Month Celebrates Millions of Caregivers
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Happy Veterans Day!
The Law Office of Michael Robinson honors all those who serve. … [Read more...] about Happy Veterans Day!
Estate Planning Mistakes in Finger Lakes NY: The 4 Biggest to Avoid
Much of what estate planning lawyers do is help people prevent future problems. Making choices about your future is the heart of estate planning, but you have to do so in a way that is clear, legally enforceable, and with as few errors as possible. If you make mistakes in your plan or use the wrong tool, the choices you make might lead to problems. Here are four of the biggest estate planning mistakes in Finger Lakes NY people commonly make. 4 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes in Finger Lakes … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Mistakes in Finger Lakes NY: The 4 Biggest to Avoid
Trusts in Rochester NY: Should Your Estate Plan Include a Trust?
Even though you may have heard of trusts, you might not know a lot about these very important estate planning tools. When people first speak to an estate planning lawyer in New York, many of the questions they have involve trusts, what they do, and how they work. First, it’s important to realize that there are many kinds of trusts in Rochester NY. Depending on your situation and your needs, your estate plan might use one or more of them. So, how do you know if you need a trust? Your … [Read more...] about Trusts in Rochester NY: Should Your Estate Plan Include a Trust?
Wills and Trusts in Rochester NY: Why Pour-Over Wills and Living Trusts Go So Well Together
Even though no two estate plans are identical, most contemporary plans rely on key parts, such as pour-over wills and revocable living trusts. If you aren’t familiar with wills and trusts in Rochester NY, these two terms might not make a lot of sense to you. However, with just a little background information you will quickly understand why these two types of tools are so helpful. Here’s what you need to know about pour-over wills and revocable living trusts. Avoiding Probate Beginning in … [Read more...] about Wills and Trusts in Rochester NY: Why Pour-Over Wills and Living Trusts Go So Well Together
