Estate Planning for a Loved One with Substance Abuse Issues
Estate Planning for a Loved One with Substance Abuse Issues An estimated two million people in the United States are struggling with a substance abuse disorder related to prescription opioid pain medications, and 591,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. These are shocking statistics and constitute only a portion of society dealing with drug abuse. If you have a child or spouse who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, the last thing you want to do is provide them with a hefty inheritance that they could potentially use to feed their destructive behavior. Fortunately, inheritance for loved ones with substance abuse problems can be dealt with through thoughtful careful estate planning. Creating a Trust That Takes Your [...]