If you build a life with your partner without getting married in Massachusetts, you may leave them without the resources they need when you pass away. Massachusetts does not recognize common-law marriage,…
Losing a loved one can be unimaginable. Though probate is a necessary part of finalizing an estate after someone dies, it can make the process more time-consuming, expensive, and stressful for the…
With the rise of online everything, even estate planning may seem to be within your reach without turning to an attorney. However, it’s easy to cause more problems than you solve if…
When a loved one is in a healthcare facility and unable to speak for themselves, the responsibilities for their care fall on their appointed legal guardian. Whether you are that guardian or…
In the modern healthcare industry, the regulatory landscape is not a single path, but a complex network of overlapping jurisdictions. For healthcare professionals and administrators, there is no single clear set of…
Debt collection is not a friendly topic. It’s even less so when speaking to patients who are struggling to pay for emergency surgeries, life-saving procedures, or end-of-life care. As a healthcare facility,…
If you are dealing with a situation where a loved one can no longer safely make decisions for themselves, you are probably considering guardianship as an option. Situations like these can be…
Not everyone takes the time to create an estate plan, so what happens if someone passes away without a will in Massachusetts? In this blog, a Massachusetts estate planning attorney from Cohen…
Balancing everyday expenses with the investment needed to create a solid estate plan can have you facing hard decisions. You may need skilled guidance when it comes to protecting your assets, but…
Creating a trust as part of your estate plan can bring significant benefits to you and your family members, but it’s vital that you carefully consider who will manage it. Trusts require…
