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09/04/2026

Guardianships – Even though loved ones can be resistant to change, if they are having difficulty managing their own affairs, you may need to step in and help them make important medical decisions. In some cases, you may even need to seek guardianship if they are unwilling to give up control.

While asking a court to grant you guardianship over a loved one may be in his or her best interests, that doesn’t mean it is easy. In fact, it is a challenging and sometimes a guilt-ridden process. Not only must you often deal with objections and resentment from your loved one, but you are also responsible for making decisions that impact his or her safety and well-being, including decisions related to health care.

Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/guardianships/

08/24/2026

What are the ethics of Medicaid planning?

There is nothing inherently sinister or illegal in arranging one’s affairs to keep money out of the hands of the government. ~ The Supreme Court of the United States

So, why should you and your family have to lose everything before you can get Medicaid coverage while others who squandered their money their entire lives get Medicaid benefits right away? Simply put, you should not have to suffer simply because you tried to save for the future.

Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/is-medicaid-planning-legal-and-ethical/

08/10/2026

Is There Any Way To Avoid Estate Taxes?

To paraphrase a popular quote from Benjamin Franklin, the only things certain in this world are death and taxes ― but not often with the federal estate tax.

For instance, smaller estates are typically not subject to any federal estate taxes. In fact, as per the new tax laws that went into place on January 1, 2018, the estate tax exemption is $11.2 million ― meaning a person can leave his or her heirs up to $11.2 million and pay no estate taxes at all. But, if the estate is larger than $11.2 million for an individual or $22.4 million for a married couple, the excess may be subject to a 40% tax.

Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/how-can-i-avoid-estate-taxes/

08/03/2026

How To Get A Power Of Attorney For A Parent Who Has Dementia, Alzheimer’s Or Cognitive Decline?

That can be a challenge at certain times with certain parents. Most parents are generally okay with passing the baton to others, but from time to time, we will encounter parents who are resistant; they don’t want to give up control. They are afraid if they do that, people will steal their money, even family members, and that family members will make bad healthcare and financial decisions. We run into that occasionally, but most of the time, the folks we work with are fine with doing powers of attorney.
Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/the-need-for-a-power-of-attorney-in-colorado/

07/21/2026

What May Be Done If It’s Too Late For A Parent To Sign A Power Of Attorney – In this article, you will learn:
• How a conservatorship and guardianship can be of assistance
• How a conservatorship is established and why
Frequently, when action needs to be taken both financially, regarding investments and paying bills and covering mortgage payments and so forth, and/or when medical decisions need to be made and there is no power of attorney, things really get shut down. The family is then forced to go to court, and when they go to court, they ask a judge to set up what are called guardianships and conservatorships for singular or both parents.
Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/issues-with-parental-power-of-attorney/

07/14/2026

What Exactly Is Elder Law?

When most people hear the phrase elder law, they are not exactly sure what it means. Well, the short answer is that elder law is an area of the law that focuses on helping the elderly and their loved ones deal with difficult late-in-life legal matters. However, some areas of elder law, such as estate planning, can also pertain to people of any age.
Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/elder-law/

06/29/2026

Estate-Related Litigation - While dealing with the death of a family member or loved one is already a difficult situation, having to handle a legal dispute involving his or her estate can make things even worse ― especially if this dispute leads to litigation.

Fortunately, the experienced attorneys and compassionate legal professionals at The Hughes Law Firm are here to help guide you through your most challenging estate-related legal issues.
Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/estate-related-litigation/

06/15/2026

How Do The Spousal Impoverishment Protections Work In Colorado?

What happens when one spouse needs long-term care, but the other spouse doesn’t? With nursing homes costing thousands of dollars each month, it’s easy to imagine how one spouse can be left impoverished trying to pay for the long-term care of the other.

Fortunately for spouses who are not applying for Medicaid benefits, but have spouses who are, federal law provides special income and asset protections ― otherwise known as spousal impoverishment protections.

Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/spousal-impoverishment-protections-in-colorado/

06/09/2026

Guardianships – Even though loved ones can be resistant to change, if they are having difficulty managing their own affairs, you may need to step in and help them make important medical decisions. In some cases, you may even need to seek guardianship if they are unwilling to give up control.

While asking a court to grant you guardianship over a loved one may be in his or her best interests, that doesn’t mean it is easy. In fact, it is a challenging and sometimes a guilt-ridden process. Not only must you often deal with objections and resentment from your loved one, but you are also responsible for making decisions that impact his or her safety and well-being, including decisions related to health care. Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/guardianships/

06/04/2026

Probate And Estate Settlements – When a family member or loved one passes away, you may be responsible for settling his or her estate and probating his or her will. Probate is the legal process for transferring your loved one’s assets to the appropriate heirs and beneficiaries.

While probate and estate settlement can be costly, time-consuming and, at times, very confusing, working with us can help make the process go much more smoothly ― not to mention alleviate a lot of stress.

Learn more here: https://www.thehugheslawfirm.net/probate-and-estate-administration/

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