If you have ever attempted to get a hold of someone’s medical documents, then you might have butted up against HIPAA. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act was introduced in 1996 with two main… What is HIPAA? Understanding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
When we are children, our parents usually have free access to our personal information, as we are personally and financially dependent on them. As kids, it makes sense that parents should have easy access to… Protecting Student Privacy: What is FERPA?
For a parent, the day your child turns 18 can be an emotional one, and with good reason. It is as clear a sign as anything that they are growing up and moving into adulthood.… So My Child Just Turned 18 (or Is Off To College)… Now What? – A Legal Guide for Concerned Parents
For a lot of young people, estate planning seems like something that’s only important if you’re rich or older. After all, most people don’t own very much when they are in their early 20’s. Yet… Why is Estate Planning So Important for Young Adults?
A Brief Legal Guide The first steps into adulthood are an exciting yet confusing time, as it comes with several new legal considerations. As such, it is vital to get an early start on learning… When does adulthood start?
Turning 18 is an exciting time in a young person’s life, representing the first steps into adulthood. Yet it can also be a stressful time, as it means taking on a slew of new challenges… So I’m 18… What’s Next? Five Legal Documents Every Young Adult Needs
One of the most important aspects of your estate plan is ensuring that your loved ones will be taken care of after your death. There are many parts of the estate planning process that cover… What Is a Beneficiary?
When building an estate plan, there are two main documents that you generally need to consider: a will and a trust. As we have previously discussed,1 a will is important for establishing a firm legal… Estate Planning Solutions: What is a Trust?
One of the many challenges of estate and life planning is that there are many documents that seem similar but serve very different purposes. For instance, it is easy to confuse the terms living will… Comparing & Contrasting A Living Will & A Last Will
When it comes time to estate planning, a will is one of the most important legal documents. Even if you have a good grasp on your current estate plans, there is no guarantee that your… Preparing For The Future: What is a Will?