If you need to go into a long-term care facility, such as a nursing home, in West Virginia, one of the biggest obstacles is usually affording the cost. This type of living situation is quite expensive, and many seniors cannot afford it without the help of insurance....
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An overview of Medicaid “spend down”
As you get older, needing a way to pay for your future health needs may weigh on your mind. Can you afford nursing care without outside help? The cost of nursing home care is on the rise. In West Virginia, it costs upward of $274 a day. Medicaid, a federal program,...
Examining the impact of divorce on a will
While divorce does bring with it a sense of finality, it may not necessarily end one's ties to their ex-spouse in Barboursville. Indeed, during one's marriage, their spouse's were typically joint partners in any matters related to both their emotional and financial...
What to know about postnuptial agreements
West Virginia couples may have any number of reasons to resist drafting a prenuptial agreement, and while those reasons may have seemed sound at the time, you might find yourself wishing you had done otherwise now that you have tied the knot. However, even though a...
Giving your children reassurance about shared parenting
As your divorce is moving towards finalization, you are beginning to secure the details of the child custody agreement between you and your ex. While you feel confident about having arranged a workable solution, you are concerned about how to provide your children...
When can a guardian be removed?
Some family members need a guardian for a relative who suffers from mental or physical impairment and is incapable of self-care, and perhaps for a while, the chosen guardian fulfills that role with no problem. However, some families find that a guardian is not able to...
What is a parent education class?
If you are getting a divorce or engaging in a child custody action in West Virginia, you may be told you have to attend a parent education class. There are many different types of parenting classes, but the parent education class a court may order you to take as part...
Problems at work and the breakdown of a marriage
From a spouse’s infidelity to couples growing apart over the years, marriages end for many reasons. Sometimes, divorce is brought on by an unexpected problem that arises temporarily, such as a very difficult health condition that is eventually addressed. Or, a...
What are the biggest challenges of international adoption?
Adoption is a wonderful way to welcome a new family member. However, it is not without its challenges. This is especially true if you wish to adopt internationally instead of within the country or within West Virginia. There are some important things you have to know...
Establishing paternity grants children important benefits
Child custody and support arrangements in West Virginia can be complicated if you, as a father, are not legally recognized by the state as the father of your child. Under some circumstances, such as having a child out of wedlock, state law might not acknowledge you as...
