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When the divorce rate skyrocketed in the 1960s and 1970s, there was talk that it was becoming the norm for all married couples and that it wouldn’t stop until nearly everyone got divorced. That has not happened, of course. Most age groups have actually seen their...

  Air bags are safety devices that deploy in the event of a crash to keep people safer. They rapidly inflate to prevent people from striking the steering column, dashboard or even the doors and windows of the vehicle, possibly lessening the injuries suffered by...

Each year, millions of children are subject to the stress of divorce. While every child reacts to divorce differently, one sure thing is that it will affect them somehow. Grieving the loss of the family is normal for children when they learn of their parents’ divorce....

One can never truly be prepared for the death of a parent. It is a thought many of us don’t even want to think about, much less discuss. However, death is a reality we all must face for ourselves and our elders. Putting the conversation of estate planning off until...

If you are already at the point of wanting a divorce, it may seem too late. You probably feel too much has been said and too many feelings have been hurt, but that is not always the case. Just as hearts can be broken, they can also be mended. Answering the following...

According to the National Organization of Elder Abuse, approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and over have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates for the amount of elders who are abused each year have reached as high as 5 million. One study estimated...

Divorce can be a challenging time for any family. When children are involved, divorce can be even more challenging and lead to long lasting emotional effects on the children. Although not all emotional distress from divorce can be avoided, there are some ways to make...

If you or a family member have recently been diagnosed with a debilitating disease like Alzheimer’s, now is the perfect time to start estate planning or update an existing plan. First step is to appoint a power of attorney. Health Care Directive, Health Care Power of...

University of Mississippi School of Law: Bessie L. Young Council Vangela Wade (JD 1996)Founding Member Attorney Vangela M. Wade “When Professor Bell called and invited me to come to the interest meeting for the Bessie Young Council, I initially went because when...

Life planning takes many forms for many people. And while we most often hear of efforts taken to care for aging family members or minor children, family members with special needs – whether mental or physical – may also benefit greatly from a little advanced planning....