Read about several legal instruments for real estate planning and caregivers including power of attorney, wills, trusts, and deeds.
Medicaid is a federal and state program that can provide financial aid that helps with healthcare costs. Often, Medicaid can cover expenses that a Medicare plan may not. Medicaid is a widely recognized and commonly used way of paying for LTC or Long-Term care (nursing homes, personal home care) for older adults. However, while Medicaid …
Seniors have rights – and often need legal assistance, whether regarding justice, crime, guardianship, advance directives or elder abuse. If you need legal resources or pro bono assistance, we’ve put together a list of organizations with free legal services for seniors. Your search for legal assistance can start with these reliable, senior-focused organizations. 1. Justice …
This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. The duty of an executor of a will goes beyond simply …
If you have an elderly loved one, you may be considering burial insurance. This is a type of life insurance that specifically covers final expenses. A 2020 report on life insurance policyholders found that 84% of those that buy life insurance, do so to cover end-of-life expenses. Considering that the majority of people who have …
This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. The irrevocable trust is a common estate planning tool. While …
This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. Taking care of an aging parent can be difficult even …
Filial Responsibility — the Duty of Adult Children Read More »
If you are someone who is taking care of a senior or has an elderly loved one, you should consider working with an elder law attorney. Though you may not expect it, individuals begin to face new and more complex legal concerns as they get older. Actions that may have seemed trivial when they were …
If you are applying for disability, the Social Security Administration is the government body that decides whether or not you will be approved. During the initial application, only 35% of the claims they receive are approved for disability. This statistic comes straight from the SSA and shows us just how difficult it is to be …
This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. There are many types of estate planning documents you can …
This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. You may have an estate planning instrument, such as a …
A General Explanation of Power of Attorney (POAs) Read More »