by Christine | Mar 13, 2015 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care, Medi-Cal, Medi-Cal Long Term Care, Medicaid, Nursing Home, Retirement Planning, Special Needs, Trusts |
Arlene Germain, president of Massachusetts Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, said the new rules, once implemented, could substantially improve the lives of nursing home residents. But, she said, “strong oversight and greater nursing home participation are critical to...
by Christine | Feb 25, 2015 | Asset Protection, Bequest, Living Trust, Medi-Cal, Medicaid, Special Needs, Special Needs Children, Special Needs Planning, Trusts |
"I think it's great because it's not overreaching and it's not underreaching. It just kind of fits that one spot where we didn't have something: How does somebody with a disability put some money aside to do something? To basically be living like...
by Christine | Feb 24, 2015 | Asset Protection, Bequest, Estate Planning, Estates, Living Trust, Probate, Trusts, Wills |
There’s barely a person over the age of 40 or so who does not come with a family squabble about, well, things following the death of a well-loved parent, grandparent, or family friend. Even Robin Williams, who planned his estate well, could not avoid a family feud...
by Christine | Feb 23, 2015 | Estate Plan, Estate Planning, Living Trust, Trusts, Wills |
People have many options today for creating their own estate planning documents. Forms can be purchased quickly from websites and books. However, trying to create your own estate plan can actually be more expensive than hiring an attorney. Everyone knows that...
by Christine | Feb 19, 2015 | Advanced Health Care Directive, Conservatorships, Elder Abuse, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estates, Living Trust, Nursing Home, Special Needs, Trusts |
The hits just keep coming in DJ Casey Kasem’s estate battle. "Detectives are still actively investigating the elder abuse case," LAPD spokesperson Jane Kimtold THR. "They want to be as thorough as possible before a case is presented to the...
by Christine | Feb 11, 2015 | Asset Protection, Business Succession Planning, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, Trusts, Wills |
Many business owners fear losing control. Before they’re willing to address exit or estate planning options, they must first be assured of complete dominion over their business. So let’s look at how to lock in ownership Are you worried about losing control of your...
