Throughout the country, a debate continues to rage about whether to allow granny cams in nursing homes. Now, five states are allowing nursing home residents and their families to deploy so-called “granny cams” in resident rooms to help prevent and deter abuse. Here’s what you should know about these types of cameras. Why Granny Cams?…

Perhaps one of the most misunderstood parts of some contested guardianship cases is the physician’s report. In order to become an adult’s legal guardian, you must generally prove that guardianship is actually necessary. To do this, a South Carolina petitioner must provide evidence to the court that the adult is indeed mentally or physically unfit…

We all know teenagers have a tough time making good choices, but one of the toughest things a teenager can endure is a divorce between parents. This is because, for all their tough talk and posturing, teenagers are highly insecure. Insecurity is perhaps the paramount characteristic of the teen years. So, if you and your…

If you pay child support in South Carolina, it’s important to know your rights. There are times when it may be appropriate to seek modification of the support you are paying. Likewise, for those receiving child support, it’s very important to keep track of what you are receiving in order to determine if it’s appropriate…

This may just be one of the top 10 questions elder law and Greenville estate planning attorneys are asked by clients. For many Americans who have aging parents – especially with mental or cognitive decline – it can be a tough thing to watch a once strong and mentally capable parent succumb to illnesses. What…

You may have heard the term “special needs trust,” but you’ve probably also heard or read a lot of misleading or confusing information about these planning tools as well. This is because the Internet is full of information intended for a broad and generalized audience. Here in South Carolina, the rules are different than in…

Today, many Americans maintain joint bank accounts. Some do it for convenience, while others do it as a form of nontraditional estate planning. Historically, joint accounts have been full of challenges and dangers, and this continues to be a problem for many seniors. At the Elliott Frazier Law Firm, we can help families prepare plans…

It can be a very painful decision to petition a court for guardianship over a loved one. This is especially difficult if you are trying to get the authority to make difficult health decisions or end-of-life choices for a beloved parent or spouse. Much of this pain can be avoided through a well thought out…

If you are facing a divorce, you’re probably worried about a lot of different things. Of course, if there are children involved, no concern will outweigh the fears you have about how your divorce might affect your children. They are innocent bystanders who desperately crave peace and happiness. Depending on their ages, there may be…

Many South Carolinians make the wise choice to draft a power of attorney document at some point in their lives. Many do this before going into a hospital for a procedure or as they get older and begin to see the need. So it can come as a surprise to find out that you may…