One of the most bittersweet aspects of being a pet owner is knowing that, in most cases, humans will outlive their animal companions by many years or even decades. But while you may frequently think about – and likely dread – the day when your furry friend’s time will come, many pet owners neglect to […]
Wilmington Delaware Legal Blog
Year: 2020
Key considerations when drafting a living will
If something sudden were to happen to you and you required medical treatment you were unable to consent to, would your loved ones know what to do? If your answer is no, you may want to devote some attention to creating a living will. What is a living will, and what might you be able […]
Does Medicaid planning make a difference?
As you near retirement, you must start planning for any health issues you may face down the road. Since long-term care costs are significant, you will want to avoid paying large sums out of pocket. Yet, because of your income and assets, you might fear that you will not qualify for Institutional Medicaid – which […]
How does Delaware enforce child support payments?
For many divorced parents, every support payment is critical for ensuring they have the financial resources to meet their children’s basic needs. Unfortunately, too often ex-partners choose not to honor their parental and legal responsibilities. When a noncustodial parent fails to meet support obligations, Delaware’s Division of Child Support Services may use a variety of […]
Is it possible to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy?
There are many myths about bankruptcy, but one of the most common is that filing for bankruptcy will leave you unable to rebuild your credit. The truth is that bankruptcy can damage your credit score and your bankruptcy filing will stay on your credit record for seven to ten years after you file. However, rebuilding […]
Many Americans weren’t taught to understand estate planning
Many Americans don’t know enough about the versatility of wills and trusts. This lack of knowledge isn’t their fault, as most Americans aren’t taught much about economic security, asset and property protection, guardianship, and the other legal security an estate plan can provide. First off, the widespread myth that an estate plan is only for […]
How is child support calculated in Delaware?
When a couple gets married, divorce is the end goal. The day of your marriage, you think you’ll be with your partner forever, but as we all know, that reality doesn’t come true for many adults. The reasons for divorce are endless, but if you have children, one point is inevitable: the fact that one […]
When’s the best time to update an estate plan?
Estate planning doesn’t have to be stressful. When you take measures to keep an estate plan up to date, you are ready for anything that might happen in the future. Ideal estate planning should occur after significant milestones in your life instead of left for when you’re older and suddenly realizing you should get all […]
The differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is often a helpful solution for people who are buried under the burden of massive financial debt. While these options have the potential to free people from this debt, you need to be sure you choose the correct bankruptcy option for you. Knowing the differences between the two most common forms of personal bankruptcy, […]
Do you have a legal case for your custody relocation?
A divorce may bring you freedom from a broken marriage, but it can also bring extra challenges. These begin with the stress of the divorce itself, but they don’t stop there. Especially for parents, divorce can add complications that sit with you for years, such as when you want to move. Custodial parents can’t just […]