Knowledge is Power
Margaret never thought she would feel so alone. At 72, she lived comfortably in her own home, still drove herself to church and the grocery store, and loved catching up with friends whenever she could. But when a sudden health scare landed her in the hospital overnight, reality hit hard. There was no one to…
Most people have heard of probate, but very few truly understand what it really means or how it could affect their family someday. According to a 2024 national study, only 65% of Americans say they even know the definition of probate, and over one-third admit they don’t understand the process at all. This knowledge gap…
“We always thought we’d have more time to figure it out. Then Mom fell, and suddenly, we were out of time.” Sound familiar? This is how it starts for most families. One minute life is cruising along, and the next, you’re neck-deep in decisions about rehab, assisted living, or home health care—while also trying to…
Whether you’re chasing toddlers, juggling work and caregiving, or mapping out your dream retirement, Disability Pride Month is your mid-year nudge to pause—and make sure every member of your family feels seen, safe, and celebrated. At Voorhees Law Group, we see July as a beautiful opportunity to honor identity and take meaningful action toward true…
You signed the papers. You got the fancy binder. You checked that box off your to-do list with a flourish. And then… crickets. That beautifully crafted estate plan? It’s probably collecting dust somewhere—in a drawer, on a shelf, or let’s be honest, buried under a pile of old holiday cards in the garage. You might…
Let’s be real—being in your 40s or 50s isn’t exactly the breezy midlife cruise you imagined, right? You’re raising kids, checking homework, managing work stress, and somewhere in between, helping your aging parents navigate doctor visits, medications, and financial uncertainty. Welcome to the sandwich generation—that not-so-exclusive club of adults caught between two generations who need…
We know—2026 sounds like it’s forever away. But when it comes to your estate plan, the calendar is not your friend. Right now, the federal estate and gift tax exemptions are sky-high. But unless Congress steps in (and when was the last time they did anything quickly?), those exemptions are set to drop like a…
Walking into probate court for the first time can feel like stepping off a plane in a foreign country—with no translator and zero Wi-Fi. You’re met with paperwork, legal jargon, and courtroom etiquette you’ve never needed to know… all while you’re grieving. Let’s just say, it’s a lot. At Voorhees Law Group, we help real…
When Hollywood legend Gene Hackman passed away in February 2025 at the age of 95, he left behind more than an impressive film career—he left behind a tangled estate plan. Despite decades of success and ample resources, even someone as iconic as Hackman made a mistake that families across the country can learn from: assuming…
