Legal Matters
What is Dependency & Indemnity Compensation for Survivors of Veterans?
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning This month we recognize and thank veterans for their service, but let’s also recognize the sacrifice of deceased veterans’ families. There are whole families behind the ones in uniform who continue to “serve” through their loss of a family member. An often-overlooked VA benefit is called …
Making a Difference with your Estate Plan
Legal Matters presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning Few communities are not stretched for funding, so consider your local community (scholarships, church missions, museums, parks, civic clubs, and other non-profit charities) as you set up your complete estate plan. Scholarships to Local Students – Families often decide to give back to the school or …
Estate Plans are For the Living
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com A complete estate plan is for the “autumn” of your life- so much more than a will or trust to handle the distribution of your belongings after your death. Power of attorney. If you are temporarily in the hospital after an accident or a fall, you …
Packing for College from a Legal Point of View
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com While you’re packing dorm linens and electronics, remember to pack the legal documents that you hope your child never needs during college. Contact Info. Make sure your child has every possible contact means for you in his or her wallet and in their cell phones, …
The Pharmacy Gave Me the Wrong Prescription & It Made Me Sick: What Can I Do Legally?
Legal Matters If you or a loved one suffered an injury or injuries as a result of being given a wrong prescription by a pharmacist, then it is extremely important to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Under Alabama law, pharmacists are seen as health care providers, just like doctors, and are held to …
Parenthood – A Continuing Education
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com Parenthood is an education with no graduation date. Have you told your child, “I don’t care how old you are, you’ll always be my baby!” Parenthood impacts your estate plan in different ways as your child grows up. Parenthood is a big reason estate plans should …
June Weddings Bring Estate Planning “To Do” Lists
Legal Matters Congratulations to all who are tying the knot this month! After the honeymoon, you need to put estate planning on the top of your “To Do” list. One of the best investments for cash wedding presents is a complete estate plan. Many newlyweds do not yet have wills, powers of attorney, or healthcare …
Celebrating Seniors & Their Senior Moments
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com No, not the seniors in caps and gowns – the ones with silver hair, no hair, perhaps a few wrinkles, and a few misplaced keys. Today, some 762,000+ Alabamians are “seniors.” That’s 20.3% of our population and higher than the national estimate of 14.5% of Americans …
Long-Term Care & Pre-Planning
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com The saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” certainly applies to long-term care planning. One of the primary goals that seniors voice is the desire to make sure their heirs receive certain assets at the senior’s death. A Last Will and …
