With new college-bound co-eds soon departing for their first semester away from home, estate planning documents are not likely at the top of any list for dorm room necessities or school supplies. ...
There is relief available to some seniors who have incurred a penalty for their late enrollment in Medicare Part B coverage. Generally, seniors are eligible for Medicare at age 65, when they ...
There are unique planning requirements for family members who have special needs. Here are some tips to consider when planning for a loved one’s special needs. Avoid disinherit ...
When a person is facing the prospect of paying for long-term care, that person may eventually turn to Medicaid to cover those costs after running out of money. Medicaid is correctly und ...
When seniors and their families are planning for long-term care, a common question that arises is, Why can’t we just start giving our money or assets to our loved ones or family members now?&nbs ...
As the investment world has seen the rise – and, sometimes, the fall – of bitcoin value or other crypto currencies, estate planning attorneys are also working with these unique digital ass ...
Where the month of May celebrates mothers and the Kentucky Derby, it has also been designated as National Elder Law month. This designation was coined by the National Academy of Elder Law Att ...
Starting after June and continuing over the next year, seniors in North Carolina will receive new Medicare cards in the mail. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid will issue cards with a new ...
Many people have certain notions of whether they want to be buried or cremated or how their remains should be handled. Estate planning and elder law attorneys often hear of all kinds of elabo ...
In elder law and special needs planning, attorneys work with clients to determine whether a Supplemental Needs Trust is a recommended planning tool. A Supplemental Needs Trust, which is also ...
Anyone who spends time in downtown Wilmington or at any of the area’s beautiful beaches will see the treats and bowls of water provided by merchants for four-legged friends. Usual ...
Before retirement, many seniors carefully watch their finances and consult trusted advisors for guidance in timing retirement. However, careful planning doesn’t end with retiremen ...
While a person can become a victim of a scam at any age, the senior population is becoming more vulnerable to scammers. Seniors make good targets because they generally have good credit ...
Love it or hate it, the Tax Cuts and Job Act is now in effect as of Jan. 1. As pertinent to elder law and estate planning, the act contains important provisions that govern gifting and ...
As of Jan. 1, North Carolina’s new Uniform Power of Attorney Act is now effective. This act, signed into law this summer, provides significant guidance, clarity and protection to those who use a ...
With more than 40 million Americans age 65 or older, seniors comprise the fastest growing segment of the country’s population. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that by the year 20 ...
When seniors and families start thinking about long-term care planning, a number of questions arise. Some of the questions come from common misconceptions about elder law issues or Medi ...
Over Thanksgiving in the month of November, Americans of all ages gather to celebrate family, togetherness and happy memories. While there is much to be grateful about, holidays can be ...
Residents of North Carolina are fortunate to have no estate tax (the so-called “death tax”) enforced by the state upon their deaths. However, if a North Carolina resident pa ...
Caring for an aging parent can be a full-time job. Adult children may give up paying jobs and leave their own homes and families in order to provide care to aging parents. While caregiv ...
More and more Americans are choosing to provide in-home care for elderly family members. This growing trend may arise from the desire to avoid the steep monthly costs of nursing home care or ...
Seniors are steadily embracing technology like social media, email and smartphones to stay in touch with family and friends. However, seniors are also at risk of becoming victims of fraud thr ...
When someone dies and leaves only a will - or no will at all - the estate may be opened for probate or administration by a personal representative. Administering an estate, many times, ...
For many people, savings bonds have been a long-time favorite investment tool. The bonds usually take years to fully mature but people often forget about them during the maturation period. In ...
A growing number of American adults are choosing to cohabitate instead of getting married. Their reasons for cohabitation range from financial need to “been there, done that.&rdqu ...
Elder law and estate planning attorneys often field inquiries from potential clients to draft a “simple will.” These queries are sometimes borne out of a desire for cost-efficienc ...
The clients served by elder law attorneys can be among society’s most vulnerable citizens, who often seek help when they are most in need of experienced counsel. With effective advanced planning ...
This last article in this cyber security series addresses the risks to businesses that are not armed with a cyber response plan or adequate insurance coverage. A number of business clients have asked ...
An employee’s claim of a work injury should set into motion a number of important considerations for an employer. The employer’s initial investigation of the alleged incident and claimed i ...
Numerous lawsuits and federal agencies may serve to shape labor and employment law across the country and in North Carolina. Here is a summary of some recent or pending outcomes: Discrimination Bas ...
In this series on liability for cybersecurity breaches, the fifth component of a sound cybersecurity plan includes developing a breach response plan for when or if your business is hacked. The breach ...
In the wake of North Carolina’s recently enacted House Bill 2 (HB2), employers have expressed concern with how the legislation now affects their responsibilities. While discussion of the controv ...
In this series on drafting a cybersecurity plan for your business, the fourth aspect is discarding sensitive data. The type of data your business collects, and the laws around it, may dictate how and ...
With March Madness upon us, employers are likely to encounter brackets and office betting pools. While office pools – like all unlicensed sports betting – are illegal, in the real world, b ...
In this series on crafting a cybersecurity plan for your business, the third aspect of a plan implements ways to protect the personal data gathered and used by your business. While the best protection ...
In returning to our cybersecurity series, the second of five keys to a sound cybersecurity plan considers collecting only the personal data that is necessary to your business’s needs. Recall tha ...
In taking a momentary break from the cybersecurity series, this article considers the upcoming reporting deadlines, which have recently been extended by the IRS, for those applicable large employers u ...
This article in a series on cybersecurity for businesses delves into the first of five main goals of a company’s cybersecurity policy: taking stock of all personal information your business poss ...
The New Year – and particularly 2016 – is a perfect time to review your company’s cybersecurity policies and make necessary changes. From governmental entities, to nonprofits who col ...
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“My mission and my goal is to take my love of marine science, marine ecosystem and coastal ecosystems and bring that to students and teacher...
With millions in committed funding from New Hanover County and the New Hanover Community Endowment, along with a land donation from the city...
Michelle Penczak, who lives in Pender County, built her own solution with Squared Away, her company that now employs over 400 virtual assist...
The 2024 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
