The Belmont Brief
Why having a HPOA and DPOA is Vital in a Pandemic
Why is having a Healthcare Power of Attorney (HPOA) and Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) important while we’re seeing another wave of COVID resurge? A HPOA and DPOA will assist you and your loved ones should anyone end up in the hospital on a ventilator or otherwise...
The Top Three Questions You Haven’t Asked Your Attorney
I’ve seen several blog posts online about what questions to ask your lawyer during the initial consultation, regardless of the area of law practice. So, what do you really ask? Some questions you may have already thought of:How much experience does the attorney...
Holidays and Co-Parenting
Whether custody orders are done by mutual consent or the decision of the court, the orders should include language about holiday schedules for the children. Planning ahead alleviates stressful situations for the children and parents. We often are asked what a holiday...
What is a Healthcare Power of Attorney?
The most important step in advanced care planning is to complete a Healthcare Power of Attorney ("HPOA"). The HPOA determines who can make decisions about your healthcare if you are incapacitated. Along with the HPOA, a Living Will (also known as an Advance Directive)...
Receiving Stimulus Checks while on Medicaid
Do you have a loved one who is in a nursing home and receiving Medicaid? Please be aware that some facilities are making the residents sign over their stimulus checks to the facility. The facility is saying because the resident is on Medicaid, the resident cannot...
Teaching from Home?
Here are some tips you’ve been looking for! If you find yourself at home with your children and there are assignments to be completed and work to be done, here are a few tips to make this time less stressful. 1. Set up a schedule.Children love routine! Your child’s...
Scout’s Wisdom
During this time of COVID-19, I am rereading one of my favorites -- To Kill a Mockingbird. It has been interesting as I have picked up on different details this time. Last night I read a passage where Scout, who is nine, wants to invite Walter over to...
Custody Exchanges and COVID-19
Governor Roy Cooper has issued a “stay at home” order for North Carolina. Many parents might have questions about the impact this order has on existing child custody orders or agreements. Governor Cooper’s order specifically states that travel between residences for...
Am I Paying Too Much Alimony?
You and your spouse (or former spouse) have been to court and the judge ordered you to pay $1,000 per month in alimony. Now, five years later, the situation has changed. You were laid off, through no fault of your own. Your former spouse is now working full time and...
What is Alimony?
If you and your spouse have separated or are thinking of separating, the word “alimony” has probably come up. So, what is alimony exactly? Alimony is a payment for the support and maintenance of a spouse or former spouse. It can be periodic, like once per month, or it...
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