by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jul 14, 2025 | HH Updates, Elder Law, Guardianship
When someone you care about can no longer manage their own affairs due to age, illness, or disability, you may feel a deep responsibility to protect them. In North Carolina, becoming a legal guardian for adults involves more than good intentions. You need court...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jun 5, 2025 | Guardianship, Elder Law
When your parents start to need more support, it’s easy to feel unsure about what steps to take. That’s why we’ve created this “Caring for Aging Parents Checklist.” In North Carolina, helping aging parents isn’t just a personal decision; it’s...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 21, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship, HH Updates, Incapacity Planning
Social Security guardianship rules explain how a guardian or representative payee can manage benefits for someone who cannot handle their own financial affairs. When a person cannot manage Social Security benefits due to age, disability, or incapacity, a guardian or...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 2, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney
When a loved one can no longer make safe or informed decisions, you may need legal authority to help them. You need to know how to declare someone incompetent so that you can legally step in. However, declaring someone incompetent in North Carolina is a serious...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 6, 2025 | Estate Planning, Elder Law
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re thinking about how to protect your loved ones after you’re gone. You probably have heard of trusts as a way to protect your assets. But what is a testamentary trust? A testamentary trust...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 26, 2024 | Guardianship, Elder Law
When someone suddenly needs help making decisions, guardianship often becomes the next step. It’s not something we typically prepare for, yet many families find themselves in this exact situation – scrambling to protect their loved one who can no longer manage...
