So it’s Valentine’s Day and I’m thinking - what better time to consider the people in our lives who we care about the most? And, more importantly, how can we protect them if something happens to us. It’s human nature…
When it comes to Long Term Care Insurance (LTC), an important feature to consider is an inflation rider. Simply put, your LTC insurance benefit needs to keep pace with the increasing cost of long term care services. Here are some options to consider: Choice…
God forbid but is your family prepared? Here are five things you should do and set a deadline -- like February 14th! 1. Create an estate plan. Figure out why you have been procrastinating and conquer your fears. If you need an…
Injured People receiving favorable settlements or judgments in the areas of personal injury and medical malpractice were guaranteed that they would receive money. Effective October 1, 2014, with the reversal of the Ahlborn decision, this may not be the case. …
The Medicaid Committee of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association recently demanded that the New York City Medicaid Program stop the illegal practice of failing to budget a Community Spouse Monthly Income Allowance (CSMIA) when…
My parents won't listen to me. My parents will not meet with an elder law attorney. My parents are very private. I do not feel comfortable bringing up these issues. Many Boomers are at a loss when it comes to…
You are not happy with your child's marriage. Perhaps, it is just a feeling that you have. Or it may be more apparent - your child may be separated or shared with you that she is in a bad marriage. Then, there…
One of the greatest concerns caregivers who tend to people with cognitive problems have is how to prevent wandering. Wandering is a risk associated with many conditions, such as autism, Down syndrome, and dementia. Dementia, which can result from Alzheimer’s…
With the holiday season upon us, many people get in the spirit of giving and decide to make donations to charities. Whether it’s a local non-profit or a multinational charitable institution, charities play a large role in providing crucial benefits…
On October 23, 2013 Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act (“UAGPPJA”) in to law. This long-awaited law, which will go into effect April 21, 2014, provides a much-needed resolution to the expensive and…