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I’m A Doctor In A COVID-19 Unit. Here’s One Vital Step I Wish Everyone Would Take.

Posted on April 27, 2020

Asha Shajahan, M.D.Guest Writer for the Huffington Post

Earlier this week, a 30-year-old patient with COVID-19 passed away on a ventilator. He hadn’t laid...

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April 16th is National Healthcare Decisions Day

Posted on April 10, 2020

National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. NHDD is April 16 and the key goal is to encourage people to express their wishes regarding healthcare and for providers and facilities...

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5 Critical Estate Planning Documents to Have in Place During a Crisis

Posted on April 3, 2020

In response to the calls that we have received lately, here is Attorney Erin Nunes to provide answers to the top concern we have heard...what documents are most important to have when a crisis arises!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v-Fe9v26Vw&feature=youtu.be

Estate Planning Questions and Solutions in the Context of COVID-19

Posted on March 26, 2020

There is plenty to be concerned about during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency, but one topic that individuals and families can think of as a practical outlet for their concerns is estate planning.

Consider the questions below.  They are...

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5 Critical Estate Planning Documents To Have In Place During The COVID-19 Outbreak To Protect Your Family, Money, and Property

Posted on March 26, 2020

Imagine a scenario where you suddenly find yourself sick in the hospital, incapacitated, and no longer able to pay your own bills, manage your assets, or even make your own medical decisions.

Even before all of this began, but especially since the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this scenario is a...

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      • The Difference Between Executor, Trustee & Guardian
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      • Virtual Estate Planning
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      • Estate Planning For a Young Family
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        • Living Wills
        • Kids Protection Plan
        • Powers of Attorney
        • Irrevocable Trusts vs. Revocable Trusts
      • The Difference Between Executor, Trustee & Guardian
      • Naming a Guardian for Your Child
      • SECURE Act & Estate Planning
      • Special Needs Trusts
      • Virtual Estate Planning
      • What Is the Silver Tsunami?
      • Importance of Assigning Beneficiaries on Qualified Assets
      • Importance of Updating Beneficiaries
      • Challenges with Assigning Beneficiaries
      • What the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Taught Us About Estate Planning
    • Probate
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      • Elder Law Overview
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      • MassHealth Community Based Services Frail Elder Waiver
      • Care Planning Questions
      • Long Term Care Planning
      • Planning For Myself
      • Incapacity Planning
      • How To Assess the Situation with Your Senior Relative
      • Reasons to Hire a Certified Elder Law Attorney
      • Reasons to Hire a MassHealth Planning Attorney
      • New Options for Southeastern Massachusetts Long-Term Care Insurance
    • Special Needs Planning
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      • Business Succession Planning Overview
      • CARES Act
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      • Rules of Asset Protection
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  • About Us
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    • Our Process
    • COVID-19 Office Precautions
    • Attorneys
      • Daniel Surprenant, Esq., CELA
      • Michelle Beneski, Esq., CELA, LLM Taxation
      • Erin L. Nunes, Esq.
      • Rebecca S. Spinner, Esq.
      • Wendy W. Weston, Esq.
      • Robert Surprenant, Esq., Of Counsel
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      • Cassandra Botelho
      • Christa Silvieus
      • Cierra Storbeck
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      • Justine Marino
      • Karen Leary
      • Melinda Santos
      • Penny Berryman
      • Silvia Sales
      • Taylor Dubois
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    • Guides
      • Guide To Handling Coronavirus for Loved Ones
      • A Guide To Estate Planning For Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s/Dementia
      • A Guide To Incapacity Planning
      • Talking To Your Parents About Estate Planning
      • Funeral Planning Guide (Off-Site)
  • New Clients
    • Let’s Get Started With Estate Planning
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