Understanding the Issues of Elder Law
The three main areas of focus for elder law attorneys include health care, estate and tax planning and guardianship matters.
What Is New Proposed Law about Medicare?
U.S. Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) has joined congressional colleagues in offering proposed legislation that would provide Medicare recipients faster access to breakthrough medical devices approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
How to Talk to Parents about Estate Planning
With nearly 90% of caregivers providing care to a family member, and the holidays rapidly approaching, it is an opportune time to check in with both aging family members, as well as those performing caregiving duties.
Should I Spend Assets, so Spouse’s Nursing Home Stay Is Covered by Medicaid?
My spouse is going to have to move to a nursing home. When spending down assets for the sick spouse to qualify for Medicaid, does it have to be done before sick spouse is sent to a nursing home or can it be done even after the sick spouse is admitted to a nursing home?
What are Medicaid Spousal Impoverishment Numbers in 2023?
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2023 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep.
When Might I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Experienced Elder Law attorneys provide comprehensive legal planning based on the needs and wishes of their clients.
What Is Elder Financial Abuse?
Elder abuse is a rampant problem.
Should Each Child Get Equal Inheritance?
Equally sharing the wealth among the children isn’t always fair, such as when one sibling is the primary caretaker, or another is already wealthy.
Why Is Chris Hemsworth More Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s Disease?
Chris Hemsworth underwent genetic testing for an episode of his docuseries Limitless — and found out he has an 8 to 10 times greater chance of getting Alzheimer’s.
Can Long-Term Care Insurance Premiums Be Deducted from Taxes?
Long-term care insurance can be an important part of planning for the twilight of your life.
