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Fraud is arguably the most prevalent scourge against seniors today.  That’s a pretty strong statement and there are certainly those that would argue that such a dubious honor more aptly belongs to any one of a number of various diseases or medical conditions.   All arguments aside, fraud is perpetrated at various levels on thousands of seniors a… Continue reading Fraud Against Seniors

By: Roger Braddock Age discrimination is one of the fastest-growing fields of law.  In 1999, the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) received 14,141 claims of age discrimination. By 2003, this number had grown to 19,124 though it had slipped from its all-time high in 2002 of 19,921 claims received.   While the overall number of claims has risen,… Continue reading Age Discrimination Claims – The Basics

An introduction to reciprocal wills A reciprocal will is what most married couples first think of when they start talking about creating a will. With a reciprocal will, each spouse’s Will is a “mirror image” of the other. If the combined estates of both spouses total under the federal maximum, this may be all you need.  This kind… Continue reading The “Reciprocal” Will

Understanding a Will The term “Will” is something that many people are familiar with, but seldom truly understand.  Ask the average person, and you will likely be told that the purpose of a last will and testament is to disburse property to heirs upon the death of the author.   While true, there are many other aspects to a last… Continue reading Last Will and Testament 

Financial planning for nursing homes BY: STUART R. MORRIS, ESQ., CPA, CELA, ELDER LAW ASSOCIATES, P.A. Do you plan to be in a nursing home?  Are you aware of the cost of a nursing home?  And how much money do you have saved for a nursing home, should you need to go there?  All questions that we should all answer. Older… Continue reading Medicaid and Nursing Home Planning

An introduction to durable power of attorneys A durable power of attorney (or POA) is arguably the most powerful instrument that you can create and is especially important in estate planning.  A POA is a relatively insignificant and informal document that allows another individual to legally act on your behalf.  A POA can be as powerful or long-lasting… Continue reading Durable Power of Attorney

Finding The Right Attorney Picking the right attorney is critical Making sure that you have the right professional for the job at hand is the first and one of the most important tasks that you have in getting any job done right.   When it comes to the legal profession, there’s no difference.  Finding the right attorney… Continue reading Elder Law & Legal Basics

As our loved ones age, their needs change and they may require assistance with daily activities, medical care, and other aspects of their lives. Navigating the complex world of senior care can be overwhelming, especially for family members who are unfamiliar with the available resources and services. That’s where a senior care advisor comes in.… Continue reading The Benefits of Hiring a Senior Care Advisor for Your Loved One

Taking care of a family member is hard but also very rewarding. It’s also a minefield for the law. An attorney who specializes in elder law can help you and your family figure out how to take care of older people. In this blog post, we’ll talk about the different types of elder law attorneys… Continue reading Gaining Clarity: Elder Law Attorney Can Offer Support to Family Caregivers

As we age, it is natural for our physical and cognitive abilities to decline to some degree. For many seniors, this may mean that they need additional support in order to maintain their independence and quality of life. One option that is becoming increasingly popular is in-home care, which involves receiving healthcare and support services… Continue reading The Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors