Why Holiday Family Arguments Might Finally Get You Talking About Your Estate Plan

Why Holiday Family Arguments Might Finally Get You Talking About Your Estate Plan

The Holidays Bring More Than Just Leftovers The holidays are supposed to be about joy, food, and time together. But for many families, they also bring tension to the surface. A recent national survey by Trust & Will found that nearly 40 percent of families experience open disagreements during holiday gatherings. These arguments often start…

How One California Family Avoided Probate During the Holidays

How One California Family Avoided Probate During the Holidays

December is a busy time for families in California.There are gatherings, traditions, and long conversations around the table. It is also a season when people slow down enough to notice things they usually push aside. For one family, December also brought loss. A parent passed away just before the holidays. Along with grief came questions….

How to Start the Estate-Planning Conversation with Your Parents Without All the Awkwardness

How to Start the Estate-Planning Conversation with Your Parents Without All the Awkwardness

The Conversation No One Wants to Have… But Every Family Eventually Must Talking to your parents about estate planning might feel uncomfortable or even a little scary. After all, no one wants to imagine a time when their parents are no longer around. But avoiding the topic doesn’t stop future problems. In fact, it can…

Understanding Medi-Cal’s 2026 Asset Limit Changes: What Families with Special Needs Trusts Need to Know

Understanding Medi-Cal’s 2026 Asset Limit Changes: What Families with Special Needs Trusts Need to Know

If you’re caring for a loved one with special needs, you understand how crucial it is to protect their access to healthcare and government benefits. With California set to reinstate Medi-Cal asset limits in 2026, many families are asking the same questions: Will this impact our special needs trust? And what steps should we take to…

Go Bananas Webinar: Conservatorships vs. Power of Attorney & Health Care Directives

Go Bananas Webinar: Conservatorships vs. Power of Attorney & Health Care Directives

Planning legal support for a loved one with developmental disabilities can feel confusing—but understanding your options is the first step toward peace of mind. In this informative webinar, Jeffrey C. Nickerson, Esq. of Nickerson Law teams up with Go Bananas to guide families through the differences between Limited Conservatorships, Powers of Attorney, and Advance Health…