Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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My Favorite Easter Memories
One of a series of articles on growing up in small town America during the 1960’s.

Date: 03/01/2024 Category: General
Confronting an Aging and Unsafe Driver
As seniors get older, they may lose their ability to safely operate a car. Here are some tips for having that difficult conversation with your loved one.

Date: 02/23/2024 Category: General
Recognizing Malnutrition in Older Adults
Life-threatening malnutrition disproportionately affects those 85 and up. Recognizing malnutrition can help family members and caregivers know when to get help.

Date: 01/15/2024 Category: General
Are You a Family Caregiver? New Bill Seeks to Lower Costs
A recently proposed bill called the Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2023 is the result of a bipartisan effort to lessen the costs of family caregiving.

Date: 01/15/2024 Category: General
Seniors and Anti-Obesity Medication
Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of anti-obesity drugs for seniors

Date: 01/12/2024 Category: General
“Oh No! I Can’t Access My Bank Accounts!!” - A Cautionary Tale
Imagine this. Your bank suddenly, without warning, closes all of your accounts, then sends you checks for the balances in the mail—without any explanation!

Date: 12/26/2023 Category: General
10 Ways to Maximize Your Social Security Retirement Benefits

Date: 12/20/2023 Category: General
Favorite Holiday Memories & Family Traditions
The holidays are typically a time when family and friends gather. Some personal stories by members of our law firm team...

Date: 11/08/2023 Category: General
What Will Your 2024 Social Security Benefits Look Like?
In 2023, recipients of Social Security benefits saw the biggest increase in decades in their monthly checks.

Date: 11/07/2023 Category: General
A Good Night's Sleep May Cut Chronic Disease Risk in Seniors
A newly released study finds that seniors who get less than five hours of sleep a night may be at higher risk for chronic diseases.

Date: 10/11/2023 Category: General
KMO Celebrates 42 Years!
A Fun Trip Down Memory Lane with Members of the Firm

Date: 09/12/2023 Category: General
How No Surprises Act May Help With Unexpected Medical Bills

Date: 08/29/2023 Category: General

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