An estate planning attorney provides more than simply "preparing documents." Rather, using their expertise and in-depth understanding of the current laws, an estate planning attorney evaluates your unique situation to create a plan that will ensure your assets are distributed…
Medicaid preplanning is a legal and financial strategy designed to help individuals protect their assets while still qualifying for Medicaid benefits. Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides healthcare coverage for eligible low-income individuals, including coverage for…
There is a sudden change in the makeup of the workforce today, with many retirees resetting their alarm clocks and returning to work. Some retired during the Covid pandemic, some have been in retirement for longer. Some retirees are returning…
For many of us, we look forward to retirement as a time when we'll be able to enjoy a leisurely lifestyle pursuing all the special interests we never had the time (or money) for in our earlier years. One of…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of telehealth quickly spread and has become a standard service offering for healthcare providers. Telehealth medicine became essential, as it ensured people could maintain non-emergent medical services during the pandemic. To protect providers and…
We all want to believe that no one would ever intentionally harm our elderly loved ones. However, the truth is that senior citizens are one of the most vulnerable populations when it comes to abuse. The National Council on Aging…
Taking on the role of caregiver for a loved one is extremely selfless and fulfilling; however, at times it can become exhausting. While many find gratification in caring for others, they have to tend to their own lives and responsibilities.…
You may wonder what estate planning and elder law entail and how they differ as you plan for your future, both financially and in terms of health care. Estate planning and elder law also have some similarities. Even though these…
The ability of aging parents to make informed and meaningful decisions is often lost as they age. This growing inability may occur due to Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, mental illness, stroke, brain injury, or other severe health or…
There are many aspects of elder law that affect older or disabled individuals. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for…