Blog
The Three Forms of Medicaid Planning
Medicaid is a social security program funded by the federal government but managed by the state. In Colorado, the agency that manages Medicaid is the Colorado Department of Health.To qualify for Medicaid, one must fulfill certain financial as well as non-financial...
The 3 Key Facets of Personal Divorce Preparation
Just as one would take steps to ready themselves for a blizzard or prepare themselves for a major test in school, it is vital that anyone who is faced with the prospect of getting a divorce take steps to prepare themselves for what's to come.A divorce is one of the...
5 Common Misconceptions About Living Wills
The ability to dictate the treatment that we are to receive during end-of-life care is something that has only recently been granted to individuals. Now, though, individuals are able to make these decisions using a living will, known in Colorado as a Declaration as to...
Financial Power of Attorney: What to Consider Before Selecting an Agent
In legal terms, a Power of Attorney generally refers to any document that grants a person—known as the agent— legal authority to make decisions on behalf of another person—known as the principal or grantor.Powers of attorney come in numerous forms, but they are...
A Simple Will is Not Enough: 5 Other Essential Estate Planning Documents
Creating a will is vital to ensuring that your estate is administered in accordance with your wishes upon your death. Without it, decisions about how to distribute your assets will be made by the state, which could mean your loved ones are denied the inheritance you...
Understanding Colorado Legal Separation
When marriages struggle many people do not realize that there may be more legal options available than dissolving the union through a divorce. What if you know something needs to change in your marriage but you aren't certain that you are ready for the finality of a...
Understanding Colorado Prenuptial Agreements
The notion of a prenuptial agreement is not a positive one for many people. We are a nation that believes fervently in happy endings and romance, and treating a marriage like a business proposal that could possibly come to an end certainly does not fit those criteria....