There is a significant amount of mystery and misunderstanding about the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage that can be harmful when seniors and individuals who are eligible for Medicare consider what plan is best for them. What is…
In New York, an executor is entitled to commissions for the services that he or she provided on behalf of the estate. It is important to review the terms of the decedent’s Will to see if there are any provisions…
A child’s very first account is likely a custodial account established at a bank, brokerage firm or with a mutual fund company. The goal is to provide for life milestones of the minor such as college or homeownership. Although the…
As Elder Law attorneys we advise our clients to execute durable powers of attorney in order to ensure that someone they trust is authorized to manage their property in the event that they no longer have the capacity to do…
Today, many assets exist only in an electronic form. These digital assets can result in more complexity when settling a loved one's estate. The Role of An Executor or Administrator The ordinary role of an executor or administrator is to…
Last night, members of our Peace of Mind (POM) program joined the partners and staff of Russo Law Group to celebrate an early Thanksgiving Dinner at the Milleridge Inn during our Fourth Annual POM Thanksgiving. This dinner, which is held…
If at the time of your death, you owned real property solely in your name and in more than one state, your Executor may be required to commence more than one probate proceeding. Ancillary probate may be required in order…
In my experience (Deanna M. Eble, Esq.), one of the biggest concerns for clients, especially seniors, is that they do not want to lose their home to long-term care costs. An Example Recently I met with Sal. He has two…
Ha llegado la época del año: la inscripción abierta de otoño para Medicare. La Inscripción Abierta de Otoño, también conocida como el Período Anual de Elección Coordinada, se extiende desde el 15 de octubre hasta el 7 de diciembre. Durante este periodo puede inscribirse en un...
As elder law attorneys, we frequently meet with family members frustrated by the cost of long-term health care. Many of our clients wish to remain at home but are misinformed as to their options. A Pooled Income Trust A Pooled…