The Cost of Waiting
Delaying estate planning can cause avoidable family rifts and confusion Fact checked by Ros Lederman Brandon Peck, a Chicago attorney with Peck Ritchey, Ltd., spends his days drafting wills and trusts and speaking with clients about their end-of-life wishes. He knows the benefits of planning ahead. It beats the alternative of spending time and money […]
The Right Representative
Tackling tough conversations about healthcare power of attorney At some point in people’s lives, they may not be able to make medical decisions for themselves, whether due to a long illness, cognitive function, or an accident. But only one-third of people in the U.S. have a healthcare advance directive, such as a living will or […]
Get Your Important Healthcare and Financial Documents in Order
No one anticipates a catastrophic illness, a medical emergency, or sudden death, but it happens. And if it happens to you, it’s crucial to have your important healthcare and financial documents in order ahead of time. Why? So that if you are unable to speak for yourself, the documents will speak for you. Not everyone […]