Watch “In The Legal Know” with Vincent J. Russo on CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on Febrero 2nd, 2023 to discuss “Tax Tips to Save Money” https://youtu.be/iLLmYogko1M Vincent J. Russo discusses how to lower taxes for 2022,…
As we welcome the New Year, we would like to remind you about the many services and practice areas available at Russo Law Group, P.C. Whether you have been a part of Team Russo for years or recently became a…
Yes, you can get paid through Medicaid as a family caregiver to your loved one through a program called Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). This Medicaid-sponsored plan empowers you to choose, evaluate, and hire a friend or family member…
As an estate planning attorney in New York, I have often thought that estate plans are like a puzzle. In order to have a comprehensive estate plan, you need to have all the puzzle pieces that relate to your life goals, and…
Parents of children with disabilities must prepare for the day their child becomes an adult. Many factors could influence whether adults with special needs will remain eligible for Social Security Income (SSI) benefits once they turn 18. The Definition of…
Caregiver frustration and exhaustion can take a toll on your health. A support group can help caregivers manage their stress and find ways to get much needed time for themselves. The amount of responsibilities can become quite overwhelming, leading to…
New York’s “revocation on death” statute (New York Estates Powers & Trusts Law §5-1.4 ) states that without the express terms of a governing document (e.g., a Last Will and Testament, Trust, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, Security…
In New York, if an individual passes away without a Last Will and Testament, or if the will is determined to be invalid, then the decedent’s assets are subject to the state laws of intestacy. Any assets held in the…
It is important to discuss your estate plan with your spouse or life partner thoughtfully and carefully. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, it is best to discuss your ideas to present a united goal. This conversation can be…
Although it may not seem that Covid-19 is a thing of the past, according to New York State’s Medicaid program, some of the relaxed rules enacted during the pandemic are quickly coming to an end. What Is Changing? During the…