What Should I Ask If My Mom Is in a Quarantined Facility

May 19, 2020

It can be frustrating and nerve-racking when you can’t see a loved one face-to-face — a fact that so many family members with loved ones in assisted living or nursing home facilities are discovering during the coronavirus outbreak. To protect those who are most at risk of complications from the disease caused by the coronavirus, COVID-19, health officials have announced strict rules for some facilities with vulnerable older residents.

C19 UPDATE: Helping Seniors Battle Loneliness

May 14, 2020

We should take this opportunity to learn again what it really means to be social and find new forms of social connection.

Still Not Inspired To Get a Will?

May 6, 2020

The COVID-19 crisis isn’t just costing Americans their freedom and jobs; it’s also forcing millions to contemplate their own mortality.

Handling a Paycheck Protection Program PPP Loan

May 5, 2020

Amid the climate of uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic that is sweeping the nation, people are grappling with the difficult subject of estate planning … and not taking any chances.

5 Tips To Be A Good Caregiver

May 4, 2020

Not everyone can afford to hire an in-home nurse or professional caregiver. Today, there are around 45.3 million unpaid, non-professional caregivers in the United States taking care of a loved one.

Guardianship for Grandson of Walt Disney?

April 27, 2020

Bradford Lund tries to prove he is mentally capable of managing his affairs but is trapped in a probate system susceptible to predators.

Coronavirus Scams are Spreading Like the Virus

April 23, 2020

While residents in Cecil County and throughout the state are taking precautions to safeguard themselves against COVID-19, some people are stealing or attempting to steal money through coronavirus-based scams, according to the Maryland U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Maryland Allows Remote Witness and Notary

April 20, 2020

Governor Hogan’s issued an updated Order on April 10 clarifying how that process is to take place and also allowing for the use of remote video witnessing.

Maryland Emergency Notary Order and Ensuing Confusion

April 9, 2020

On March 30 Governor Larry Hogan signed an emergency notary Order allowing documents in Maryland to be signed remotely. This was an emergency order meant the help keep notaries and those people signing documents critical enough to require a notary. It’s unfortunately useless as issued.

C19 UPDATE: Do Your Health Care Documents Now

April 8, 2020

In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to have your legal, financial and medical ducks in a row. Sadly, when serious illness strikes it is usually quite rapid and often unexpected. In these times, however, we do have forewarning that we are all at risk of contracting COVID-19, the coronavirus.

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