In most cases, adults haven’t even made a will, let alone created an estate plan that takes online profiles and accounts into account. As your online presence grows professionally and personally, taking charge of your digital assets and plans for them after
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As a result of widowhood or divorce, a greater number of older Americans are forming new partnerships. The US Census Bureau reports that more than half of all older adults have only married once, opting to stay legally single in their future relationships. Cohabitating
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Medicaid applicants must prove that they have limited income and assets in order to be eligible for long-term care benefits. Before beginning the application process, it is helpful to understand what is required prove your eligibility.
In recent years a number of non-lawyers have started businesses offering Medicaid planning services to seniors. While using one of these services may be cheaper than hiring a lawyer, the overall costs may be far greater.
Most long-term care involves assisting with basic personal needs rather than providing medical care.
In a major win for nursing home residents and their families, the U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the right to sue government-run nursing homes under the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act.
Is hiring a lawyer essential to maximize savings for straightforward Medicaid planning? Depending on individual circumstances, the smartest course of action would generally be a resounding “yes.” The healthcare coordinator at your mother’s elder care facility certainly possesses extensive knowledge about the
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You know how much joy and comfort pets bring to your life. Since you love them, you give them the best life you can. But what if you were suddenly unable to care for them? Who would care for your pet if
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Navigating the Medicaid application process can be complicated, especially if you are applying for long-term care benefits. Having an attorney help you through the process can be extremely helpful.
Feeling knee-deep in a financial tempest, threatened by debt collection lawsuits, is a struggle many individuals and businesses know all too well. It can feel like navigating stormy waters without a lifeboat. Yet, there’s hope to be found in an often overlooked
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