Compliments of the McGee Law Firm, Attorney Brandon McGee Death and incapacity are natural parts of the process of life. We are born; we grow up; we may experience incapacity; and we eventually pass away. Along the way, we develop our values and accumulate assets and experiences. Sure, when we die, we want to pass along our assets to our family while paying the least possible taxes, but, what is most important is passing along our lifetime of values and experiences. A new paradigm in … [Read more...] about Preserve Your Legacy, Not Just Your Money
Eighteen and Alone: The Legal Risks of Independence
Compliments of the McGee Law Firm, Attorney Brandon McGee Your child has just turned 6,570 days old, and on the surface nothing seems to have changed. He still mixes the reds with the whites in the wash—she drove off with her book bag on the roof of her car again. But, disconcerting as it may be, for all legal purposes, turning 18 makes your child an adult. Even more disturbing is the fact that without proper legal safeguards, you may no longer have any say in their medical care or … [Read more...] about Eighteen and Alone: The Legal Risks of Independence
When Time Is Short
Compliments of the McGee Law Firm, Attorney Brandon McGee As you drive your mom to her regular doctor appointment, you think of everything you need to do: Drop off Bobby at soccer, pick up Sally from softball, pick up groceries, make dinner, etc. It seems the list is endless. You wonder how your mom had time to do it all and still have time to be so loving. After flipping through old magazines in the doctor’s office, you go in with your mom for her appointment. Your mom had some … [Read more...] about When Time Is Short
Incapacity Planning: Why You Need It
Incapacity planning is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a plan you create today to protect yourself in the event that you’re incapacitated in the future. It’s your hope that your incapacity plan never goes into effect, but it’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your health, well-being, and personal finances. Incapacity planning can help you answer questions such as: What will happen to you if you become incapacitated? Who will make key health decisions on your behalf? Who … [Read more...] about Incapacity Planning: Why You Need It
Planning After a Breakup
Compliments of the McGee Law Firm, Attorney Brandon McGee Nobody plans to break up. When a couple marries, they dream of their lives together and the special times they will share. They think of the shared holidays and the family that will grow from their love. Their lives become intertwined emotionally, financially, and legally. But, as John Steinbeck said, “even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” When the arguing becomes too frequent, the emotional bond between them … [Read more...] about Planning After a Breakup
