No one likes to imagine what will happen if a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. The reality of a dementia diagnosis is difficult and heartbreaking to face, but if you fail to face it before the situation becomes a…
Author: Emily Martin, Esq.
My Medicaid Application Was Denied. Now What?
Applying for Medicaid can be an overwhelming process. If your application is denied, this process can become even more stressful and confusing. Thankfully, there are actions you can take to become eligible for Medicaid even after a denial. Medicaid is…
How to Leave a Nursing Home and Return Home
As seniors age, the likelihood that they will need long-term care in a nursing home increases. However, the reality is that most people do not want to live out the remainder of their lives in a nursing home, away from…
Is Dad Okay? Early Signs of Dementia and What To Do If You See Them
If you are a child with aging parents, you may be watching them closely and wondering if some of their actions are signs of normal aging or if it could be something more. Here are a few signs that your…
Annual Gift Tax and Estate Tax Exclusions to Increase in 2022
With the new year comes some changes to tax rules. First, the annual gift tax exclusion – the amount you can gift to any one person without filing a gift tax return – is increasing from $15,000 to $16,000 in…
Expect Higher Medicare Premiums in 2022
The Social Security Administration has increased the cost of living adjustment to 5.9% for 2022 payments, which is one of the highest COLA increases in history. Unfortunately, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently announced that Medicare premiums are…
Planning for Minors in Your Estate Plan
Many of our clients have minor children in their families, whether they are children, grandchildren, or other relatives. If you want to make these children part of your estate plan, there are a few important considerations to make before you…
Can a nursing home sue an agent under a power of attorney for unpaid bills?
If you are the agent under a power of attorney for a parent or loved one, you may often sign documents on their behalf. However, it is important to be careful what you sign – and how you sign it.…
Britney Spears’ Conservatorship Highlights Flaws in the Legal System
Britney Spears was once one of the most famous pop stars on the planet. Her rise to fame made her a household name and led her to financial success, but by many accounts, her personal life suffered significantly under the…
