We all know we are supposed to do estate planning, but not all of us get around to it. So what happens if you don’t have a will when you die? Your estate will be distributed according to state laws, which may or may not be the way you want it to be distributed. Dying without a will is called dying “intestate.” Each state has laws that determine …
Estate Planning and Probate
Bank Accounts
Dear Attorney Tully: I am an 85 year old widow. I am considering adding my children’s names on all of my bank accounts in an attempt to protect them if I need nursing home care in the future. What do you think about this? ANSWER: In Connecticut, the State Department of Social Services (DSS) says that adding someone else’s name to a bank account …
Advanced Directives
Dear Attorney Tully: Thank you for writing the column about senior issues. I only wish my husband would read your articles. We are in our mid 70’s and he is in failing health. He still does not have a living will. I think this could cause some problems for my family if we need to make health care decisions. What can I do to get him to get this …
