If something tragic happened to you on the way home today, do you have any idea what would happen to your assets and belongings? For the purposes of this hypothetical, assume that the same tragic thing happened to your spouse at the same time. According to recent estimates, more than half of American adults do […]
Naperville Estate Planning Lawyer on Living Wills and Death-Delaying Procedures
October 9, 2018 By
The law in Illinois expressly recognizes the rights of its citizens to make their own decisions regarding the medical care they wish to receive, even after the diagnosis or acquisition of a terminal condition. According to the law, a person may choose to have death-delaying procedures withheld or withdrawn in accordance with his or own […]
How a Living Will Could Protect Your Healthcare Wishes
March 27, 2018 By
Studies show that only 40 percent of American adults have even a will or living trust. Not having legally binding documents which determine how your property will be divided upon your death or who should be the guardian of your children should you pass away is risky. You are risking the possibility that the courts […]
Naperville Estate Planning Lawyer Discusses the Distinctions Between a Will and an Estate Plan
December 28, 2017 By
When some people hear the terms estate plan, wills, trusts, or end-of-life planning, their eyes glaze over. The subject of estate planning can be overwhelming because it is a multifaceted topic which covers many aspects of financial and healthcare planning, but also because it is often uncomfortable to talk about what will happen after you […]
Naperville Estate Planning Lawyer Talks About Death Delaying Procedures
July 29, 2017 By
It is almost always difficult for people to seriously consider the end of their lives. While many believe in an afterlife or the idea of “going to a better place,” death can still be a frightening concept. In my estate planning practice, I have helped hundreds of clients face their fears and develop comprehensive estate […]
Naperville Estate Planning Attorney Talks About Your Living Will
March 31, 2017 By
If I were to ask you to talk about your estate plan, what would you describe? For many people, their first thoughts turn to documents such as wills and trusts that allow for the transfer of assets to heirs and beneficiaries. Of course, wills, trusts, and similar instruments represent a large part of estate planning, […]
Naperville Estate Planning Lawyer Discusses the Power of Attorney for Health Care and Living Wills
March 25, 2016 By
It is easy to think that estate planning primarily addresses how to divide your property and provide for your loved ones in the event of your death. However, a significant portion of the estate planning process can be dedicated to ensuring that you are properly cared for while you are alive. As an experienced estate […]
Naperville Estate Planning Attorney Discusses Brain Death Study
December 30, 2015 By
The process of estate planning is intended to help you protect your assets and property in the event of your death. In addition, a major element of the planning process deals directly with decisions related to health care and end-of-life concerns. In my practice as an estate planning attorney, I have helped hundreds of clients […]
Estate Planning Attorney in Naperville Talks about the Use of A Living Will
September 18, 2015 By
It is understandably difficult for many people to consider, in advance, their own end-of-life health care decisions. They may convince themselves that they will have plenty of time to think about such things as the reality draws near. What if you do not have plenty of time, however? What if, for example, you are suddenly diagnosed with […]
When Life Support Decisions Are Made by a Surrogate
November 5, 2014 By
Accidents, sudden illnesses, lifelong health struggles—these things happen. And when they do, it is easier for you and for your loved ones if you have filled out an advance directive (or living will) outlining your wishes regarding life support. But not everyone chooses to make that decision in advance. Illinois provides for this contingency in […]
