Attorney Bernard A. Krooks

A great deal of consideration usually goes into making sure that loved ones are cared for and necessary tasks are completed when creating an estate plan. Sometimes, certain members of the family our beloved pets might be left out inadvertently. A pet trust is a legal tool to ensure that this does not happen and that companion animals will be cared for should they outlive their owner. [ 363 more words ] http://www.elderlawnewyork.com/trusts/a-guide-to-pet-trusts/

Families can usually agree on the importance of creating a New York estate plan. However, as crucial as having a comprehensive estate plan is, recent studies show that only a small percentage of couples most of them older have current estate planning documents in place. When those who do not have an estate plan are asked why that is the case, the most common response is that they are avoiding having a difficult conversation with their loved ones. [ 663 more words ] http://www.elderlawnewyork.com//how-to-discuss-estate-pla/

Middle-aged people find themselves taking care of both their parents and their children, along with personal commitments like career and home. It seems like there is no end to the work that must be done and the roles that must be filled. Frequently, members of the sandwich generation end up as the caretaker of everyone in their family. Maybe you feel a sentimental attachment to items that belonged to your parents or are from your childhood home. [ 468 more words ] http://www.elderlawnewyork.com//the-sandwich-generation-a/

Knowing when to stop driving as a senior is rarely easy. For many, driving represents independence, mobility and socialization. Giving it up is difficult to imagine. For some, the logistics of no longer being able to drive seem impossible to manage. Data shows that older drivers do pose a real risk to themselves and others on the road so it is crucial to know how to recognize signs that it could be time to stop. [ 453 more words ] http://www.elderlawnewyork.com//seniors-and-driving-when-/

As if the death of parents is not hard enough, deciding what to do with their home often adds extra layers of complication. In most cases there are three options to consider. You can sell the house, you can live in the house yourself or you can make the house an investment property and rent it out to others. Each has its own benefits and disadvantages but the best option for you should become clear after careful consideration. [ 490 more words ] http://www.elderlawnewyork.com//what-happens-to-the-famil/