When Alzheimer’s shows up in a man’s life, it rarely knocks. It slips in—missed bills, a car ding that “wasn’t there yesterday,” meds taken twice. Most men power through on pride and routine until a crisis forces the family to scramble. Add one more curveball: starting January 1, 2026, California’s Medi-Cal program brings back strict asset limits for long-term care. That means eligibility will hinge on how your assets are structured when you need help—not how hard you worked to earn them. If … [Read more...] about Men, Alzheimer’s, and the New Medi-Cal Rules: How to Protect Your Spouse, Your Home, and Your Dignity Before January 1, 2026
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Trusts, Taxes, and Cyber Safety—Featuring Tereina Stidd, the new Director of Education for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Pictured above with Tereina Stidd, The new Director of Education for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys; Attorney Collins spent the Fall Summit in the main engine room of modern planning: where trust design, tax policy, and cybersecurity converge into the real-life decisions families make under pressure. The tone of the weekend was unmistakable: practical, surgical, and focused on what works when memories fade, markets swing, and inboxes get hacked. Field-tested playbooks ready … [Read more...] about Trusts, Taxes, and Cyber Safety—Featuring Tereina Stidd, the new Director of Education for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Attorney Caprice L. Collins Named Official Ambassador of Alzheimer’s Los Angeles
Collins Law Group is proud to announce that Attorney Caprice L. Collins has been named an Official Ambassador of Alzheimer’s Los Angeles (ALZLA). For more than 40 years, Attorney Collins has stood as a protector and champion for families across Greater Los Angeles, especially Black families—helping them safeguard their homes, avoid the crushing costs and delays of probate, and preserve generational wealth. This ambassador role formalizes a mission she has pursued for decades: protecting … [Read more...] about Attorney Caprice L. Collins Named Official Ambassador of Alzheimer’s Los Angeles
She Built It Alone—Now Make Sure It Stays Hers: The Single Woman’s Playbook for Wills, Trusts, and Total Control
Here’s the truth: single women are often the engine that keeps families, teams, and communities running. You juggle a career, a home, maybe a side business, and the quiet generosity that pays for a niece’s textbooks or a parent’s prescriptions. You’re organized. You’re capable. And that’s exactly why your estate plan should be as strong as you are—because strength without a playbook leaves room for confusion, delays, and costly detours when life lurches. Take control now—reserve your seat … [Read more...] about She Built It Alone—Now Make Sure It Stays Hers: The Single Woman’s Playbook for Wills, Trusts, and Total Control
Hope, Science, and Leadership: Dr. Charles Windon and Attorney Caprice Collins Unite at Alzheimer’s Los Angeles
Hope, Science, and Leadership: Dr. Charles Windon and Attorney Caprice Collins Unite at Alzheimer’s Los Angeles Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On an October evening in Los Angeles, the Alzheimer’s Los Angeles @alzheimersla “Advances in Alzheimer’s Research” forum unfolded with a powerful blend of scientific insight and community leadership. At the center stood Dr. Charles C. Windon, MD, a rising figure in neurology at UCSF’s Memory and Aging Center, and Attorney Collins, a long-time … [Read more...] about Hope, Science, and Leadership: Dr. Charles Windon and Attorney Caprice Collins Unite at Alzheimer’s Los Angeles
When a Beneficiary Dies Before You: How California’s Anti-Lapse Rule Really Works (and How to Stay in Control)
Estimated read time: 5 minutes You did the responsible thing: created a will or trust, named your beneficiaries, checked the boxes. Then life happens—one of your beneficiaries passes away before you. Now what? Does the gift vanish? Does a court redirect it? Will your actual intentions survive? In California, the answer starts with the anti-lapse statute—but finishes with your drafting choices. Here’s the plain-English guide to what the law does, where it doesn’t apply, and how to write … [Read more...] about When a Beneficiary Dies Before You: How California’s Anti-Lapse Rule Really Works (and How to Stay in Control)
5 Things You Need to Know About Probate in California (Before It’s Too Late)
5 Things You Need to Know About Probate in California (Before It's Too Late) Probate isn’t just legal red tape—it’s a high-stakes process that can delay your family’s inheritance, cost thousands in court fees, and expose private details to the public. If you live in California, especially Los Angeles County, it’s essential to understand how probate works before you need to deal with it. (Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes) This article breaks down the five most critical things you need to know … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Need to Know About Probate in California (Before It’s Too Late)
Who Should Be the Executor of Your Will? Here’s How to Choose Wisely
Who Should Be the Executor of Your Will? Here's How to Choose Wisely Let’s break it down. (⏱️ Estimated read time: 6 minutes) Choosing an estate executor isn’t just checking off a box on your to-do list—it’s selecting the person who will carry out your final wishes, navigate California’s legal system, and protect your loved ones during a time of loss. The right executor can spare your family from months of headaches, court delays, and costly missteps. So, who should you trust with that … [Read more...] about Who Should Be the Executor of Your Will? Here’s How to Choose Wisely
Don’t Let the Court Decide Who Controls Your Life: Here’s How to Avoid Conservatorship in California
This will take you 6 minutes to read—and it could spare your family years of legal stress. If something happens and you can no longer make decisions for yourself, do you know who would step in? In California, the answer depends on whether you’ve prepared the right legal documents. Without them, your loved ones may be forced to petition the court for a conservatorship—a stressful, public, and often expensive legal arrangement. But here’s the good news: you can avoid it entirely. And it … [Read more...] about Don’t Let the Court Decide Who Controls Your Life: Here’s How to Avoid Conservatorship in California
Preventing Conservatorship: The Power of a Thoughtfully Crafted Incapacity Plan
This will take you 6 minutes to read—and could spare your family from years of court entanglement. A California conservatorship is a court-supervised arrangement that steps in when someone can no longer make decisions for themselves. It’s public. It’s expensive. It’s slow. And for most families—it’s avoidable. The solution? A powerful, proactive incapacity plan. Done right, it protects your loved ones, your wishes, and your privacy. What Is Incapacity Planning—and Why It Matters … [Read more...] about Preventing Conservatorship: The Power of a Thoughtfully Crafted Incapacity Plan
