On behalf of Law Office of Donald F. Hawbaker | Apr 19, 2018 | blog, Firm News
It happens to most families. At some point, it becomes clear that an elderly parent or relative needs help looking after their affairs. Perhaps it’s the onset of dementia or mental decline. Hopefully it’s not because of a scam or elder abuse. Whatever the...
On behalf of Law Office of Donald F. Hawbaker | Mar 26, 2018 | blog, Firm News
It is only natural for people to not want to think about their own demise. Life is to be lived, after all, and we all want the most out of it. But not having the most basic estate plan in place is simply passing on a big headache to your children or other heirs. You...
On behalf of Law Office of Donald F. Hawbaker | Feb 22, 2018 | blog, Firm News
When drafting an estate plan, it’s natural to gravitate toward handling the usual assets. Bank accounts, property and other investments are likely to be a main priority, and that’s still par for the course. As technology continues to affect our lives in...
On behalf of Law Office of Donald F. Hawbaker | Jan 29, 2018 | blog, Firm News
If you’re a veteran or a survivor eligible for pension benefits, you may qualify for additional compensation from the Veterans’ Administration. Enhanced pension benefits are tax-free compensation that includes the Aid and Attendance Benefit and Housebound...