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Utah Estate Planning

Utah Estate Planning

Covers estate planning, probate, trusts and wills in Utah. By Jason C. Hunter.

http://www.utahestateplanning.typepad.com/
  • May 24

    Hospice Not Feeling the Love from Medicare

    Hospice Not Feeling the Love from Medicare
    Despite a three-year-old order from Congress, Medicare has yet to begin an experiment to expand hospice services to allow beneficiaries to continue potentially lifesaving treatments to see if it would save money while improving the patients'…
  • May 23

    Watch Out for State Death Taxe

    Watch Out for State Death Taxe
    Even if death and taxes are the only things certain in life, state legislators say they can never be certain about death taxes. The federal death tax has all but disappeared from the radar screen of most taxpayers. Why? The fiscal…
  • May 22

    Remember to Take RMD from Inherited IRA

    Remember to Take RMD from Inherited IRA
    If you inherit the IRA of an individual who has a required distribution for the year, you – as the beneficiary – must take any remaining required minimum distribution (RMD). Not all assets are inherited in the same way. Take IRAs, for…
Rank this Week: 110

Idaho Estate Planning

Idaho Estate Planning

Covers estate planning, elder law, veterans benefits and special needs trusts. By Mark E. Wight.

http://idahoestateplanning.typepad.com/idaho_estate_planning/
  • May 25

    Large Charitable Gifts and Taxes in Idaho

    Large Charitable Gifts and Taxes in Idaho
    If you are making a donation of more than $250, the charity must properly acknowledge your donation before the IRS will, and that means a letter.
  • May 24

    Idaho Estate Planning Attorney, Mark Wight - You Tube Star!

    Idaho Estate Planning Attorney, Mark Wight - You Tube Star!
    Regular readers of our blog have probably noticed the addition of videos to some of our articles. We are excited to have these educational and promotional videos available for the public. We invite you to visit our You Tube Channel, browse…
  • May 23

    Treasure Valley Moms Know Best - Have "The Talk" With Her

    Treasure Valley Moms Know Best - Have "The Talk" With Her
    “To the extent that there is a disconnect between parents and their grown children on these financial topics, our data show that families can look to mom to help bridge that gap,” says Lauren Brouhard, senior vice president of retirement…
Rank this Week: 167

Estate Law Canada

Estate Law Canada

Covers estate planning topics, trusts, probate, Enduring Powers of Attorney, health care directives, incapacity issues and elder law. By Lynne Butler.

http://estatelawcanada.blogspot.com/
  • May 25

    The talk you didn't have with your parents could cost you

    The talk you didn't have with your parents could cost you
    I'm in favour of adult children and their parents talking about the parents' legal and financial arrangements, so much so that I literally wrote a book about it. As long as the parents' privacy and independence are respected, the conversation…
  • May 23

    If you need to post an estate bond, read thi

    If you need to post an estate bond, read thi
    Did you know that if you appoint an executor who lives outside of the province in which you live, your executor must deal with the issue of a bond? Each province has rules in place which are intended to protect creditors and beneficiaries of…
  • May 21

    Can you do anything about being left out of your parent's will?

    Can you do anything about being left out of your parent's will?
    Most of the time, parents leave their estates to their children. When that doesn't happen, the child may take the news emotionally. Recently a reader wrote to me about this situation. Her note and my answer are below: "My husband's…
Rank this Week: 169

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Covers Wisconsin estate planning, elder law, probate and trust administration, real estate law, business organization, and individual income tax preparation. By Tesar Law Group, S.C.

http://blog.tesarlaw.com/
  • May 24

    Life Insurance – How Much is Enough?

    Life Insurance – How Much is Enough?
    Determining the “right amount” and “right kind” of life insurance can be a complex decision requiring careful consideration of many factors.
  • May 22

    Is the Inheritance You Plan to Leave Behind “Fair” to Your Heirs?

    Is the Inheritance You Plan to Leave Behind “Fair” to Your Heirs?
    Proper planning and communication can ensure that your wishes will be followed and understood by your surviving loved ones.
  • May 20

    The Hoopla over HIPAA

    The Hoopla over HIPAA
    The HIPAA law is there to protect your medical information however it can create some difficulty for your loved ones to get that information when they are trying to help you. Be sure to have properly drafted directives to assist with avoiding…
Rank this Week: 259

Illinois Nursing Home Abuse…

Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Blog

Covers Illinois Nursing Home Abuse, news, updates and commentary. Published by Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.illinoisnursinghomeabuselawyersblog.com/
  • May 22

    Illinois Man Seduces Seniors out of Saving

    Illinois Man Seduces Seniors out of Saving
    Elder abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins warn the Illinois public about a Park Ridge man who is known for scamming seniors out of money and valuables. Most recently he established a phony company in the northwest suburb, targeting as many…
  • May 17

    Northern Minnesota Nursing Homes Charged with Abuse and Neglect

    Northern Minnesota Nursing Homes Charged with Abuse and Neglect
    Elder abuse attorneys at Pintas & Mullins report that special investigators recently substantiated three cases of abuse and neglect in northern Minnesota nursing homes. Only one of the facilities is disputing the findings. The first…
  • May 9

    Financial Exploitation of Seniors Totals Nearly $3 Billion per Year

    Financial Exploitation of Seniors Totals Nearly $3 Billion per Year
    In a study funded by the National Institute of Justice, about one in ten seniors reported being neglected or abused in the past year. Elder abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight another significant finding: that the financial…
Rank this Week: 331

Parman & Easterday Blog

Parman & Easterday Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://www.parmanlaw.com/blog/
  • May 24

    Adjust Expectations to Overcome Adversity

    Adjust Expectations to Overcome Adversity
    There was a time when planning for retirement was a pretty straightforward process. It was reasonable to assume that you’d work 30 or 40 years for the same company then retire at age 65, armed with your Social Security and a nice…
  • May 22

    Afterlife Planning With New Google Tool

    Afterlife Planning With New Google Tool
    Do you pay bills online? How about banking, do you manage your bank accounts and brokerage accounts online? If you answer these questions in the affirmative you need to consider the digital portion of your estate plan. While it is important…
  • May 20

    When is Ancillary Probate Necessary?

    When is Ancillary Probate Necessary?
    Probate, the process that will be used to settle your affairs in your home state, becomes Ancillary Probate when you own property in more than one state. Ancillary, or secondary probate, raises the cost and time you will spend, since the…
Rank this Week: 351

All About Estates

All About Estates

Covers estates, trusts, tax, litigation, guardianship and elder care.

http://www.allaboutestates.ca/
  • May 24

    Appeal dismissed in Orfus Estate

    Appeal dismissed in Orfus Estate
    Beneficiary appeals decision to grant summary judgment in capacity to execute will and codicil case.
  • May 23

    Social Q’

    Social Q’
    Proper etiquette or fair vs. equal
  • May 22

    Deceased Suffered from Schizophrenia, But Still Capable of Making a Will

    Deceased Suffered from Schizophrenia, But Still Capable of Making a Will
    A recent Manitoba case serves as a reminder that simply because a person suffers from a mental illness does not necessarily mean that she lacks the requisite capacity to make a will. Although Ann Ogilvie suffered from schizophrenia for more…
Rank this Week: 389

Sheri R. Abrams Disability Blog

Sheri R. Abrams Disability Blog

Covers Social Security disability law and special needs trusts.

http://sheriabrams.com/blog
  • May 24

    Does the ADA Require Readily Achievable Barrier Removal in Historic Buildings?

    Does the ADA Require Readily Achievable Barrier Removal in Historic Buildings?
    Yes, the ADA does require readily achievable barrier removal in historic buildings. The ADA Accessibility Guidelines contain provisions (4.1.7 Accessible Buildings: Historic Preservation) for historical buildings.
  • May 14

    Social Security Announces New Mobile Site for Smartphone User

    Social Security Announces New Mobile Site for Smartphone User
    Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, has announced that the Social Security Administration is offering a new mobile optimized website, specifically aimed at smartphone users across the country. People visiting the…
  • May 8

    May 10th is World Lupus Day—-Sign the Pledge!

    May 10th is World Lupus Day—-Sign the Pledge!
    Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body. An estimated 5 million people around the world have lupus. Most people know very little about lupus. But by working together we can change that. Imagine the impact we…
Rank this Week: 428

South Carolina Nursing Home Blog

South Carolina Nursing Home Blog

Covers nursing home abuse and litigation. By Poliakoff & Associates.

http://www.scnursinghomelaw.com/
  • May 25

    Happy At One Hundred

    Happy At One Hundred
    The Atlantic had an article on German photographer Karsten Thormaehlen's new series of close-up portraits of centenarians in Jahrhundertmensch.  See potraits at PetaPixel.  
  • May 24

    New Study on Malnutrition in Nursing Home

    New Study on Malnutrition in Nursing Home
    Canberra Times reported on a study by researcher Jane Kellet of the University of Canberra which found that 22% of nursing home residents in the Australian state were moderately to severely malnourished. Another report that covered all of…
  • May 23

    Failure to Administer CPR

    Failure to Administer CPR
    A Florida nursing home, Casa Mora Rehabilitation and Extended Care, will pay an $18,500 fine after neglecting a dying resident, and mishandling the resident’s death.  A nurse failed to administer life-saving attempts to a…
Rank this Week: 456

Florida Estate Planning Lawyer…

Florida Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers estate planning, probate, taxes, elder law, business law and employment law issues. By David M. Goldman.

http://www.floridaestateplanninglawyerblog.com/
  • May 14

    The Advantages of Living Trusts: 6 Ways a Living Trust can Benefit Your Estate Plan

    The Advantages of Living Trusts: 6 Ways a Living Trust can Benefit Your Estate Plan
    Probate can have the reputation of being a nightmare, and many hate the idea of going through this process. If the idea of transferring your assets through probate daunts you, then you will be happy to know that living trusts can avoid…
  • May 9

    The Future of Estate Planning: The Multigenerational Life Plan

    The Future of Estate Planning: The Multigenerational Life Plan
    Over the last year I worked with an intern in our office of a Law Review article for Texas Tech University. This article describes problems with current estate planning and takes the premise that most estate planners have become lazy because…
  • May 9

    3 Important Reasons to Use an Estate Planning Attorney to Create a Durable Power of Attorney

    3 Important Reasons to Use an Estate Planning Attorney to Create a Durable Power of Attorney
    A Durable Power of Attorney (DPA) allows you, the "principal", to designate someone, the "agent", to act on your behalf. Depending on the DPA, your agent will have authority to oversee your financial affairs or your medical treatment. Having…
Rank this Week: 545

CEB blog

CEB blog

Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.

http://blog.ceb.com
  • May 24

    Organizing Discovery

    Organizing Discovery
    For discovery to be useful in a case, it must be organized. One effective way to organize discovery is with an issue table. Issue tables are a way to keep track of the main issues, the elements of the claims and defenses, and the relevant…
  • May 22

    Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

    Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview
    There are many subjects that require care when conducting a job interview. Immigration is definitely one of them. Given the increased awareness and sensitivity to immigration status issues, employers need to watch their questions. Although…
  • May 20

    Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

    Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal
    Trying a case is hard enough, but throughout trial you should also keep in the back of your mind the need to preserve the record for appeal. Why is it so important to pay attention to the record during trial? It all comes down to a major…
Rank this Week: 550

Davidov Law Group

Davidov Law Group

Covers new York elder law and estate planning.

http://www.davidovlaw.com/blog/
  • May 24

    Everything You Need to Know About Probate

    Everything You Need to Know About Probate
    People sometimes envision a hypothetical scenario. After a funeral family members gather in private and someone very close to the deceased somberly reads the last will. This person will distribute inheritances and everything is settled. The…
  • May 23

    A Look at Disputed Estate of Sherman Hemsley

    A Look at Disputed Estate of Sherman Hemsley
    It is important to be completely honest with your attorney and share all relevant details with the possibility of an estate challenge in mind. If you have any reason to believe that someone could step forward to challenge your wishes after…
  • May 22

    $40 Million Estate Sits Unclaimed

    $40 Million Estate Sits Unclaimed
    Imagine the good that $40 million could do. If you had this kind of money you would be able to do amazing things for your family. Of course, there are people who don’t have any living family members. However, if someone has ever showed…
Rank this Week: 647

American Academy of Estate…

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Blog

Provides legal marketing and estate planning legal updates.

http://www.aaepa.com/blog/
  • May 24

    THE ACADEMY’S GREATEST HITS — Session 4, Required Technology For Law Firms Today

    THE ACADEMY’S GREATEST HITS — Session 4, Required Technology For Law Firms Today
    We are pulling together THE ACADEMY’S GREATEST HITS—1993 through 2013. There are eight courses that we’ll be offering to non-members at no charge during our 20th year, (members feel free to sign up and review!). Each week…
  • May 22

    Same-Sex Marriage Update and Planning Opportunitie

    Same-Sex Marriage Update and Planning Opportunitie
    In this video blog, Associate Director of Education, Steve Hartnett, discusses same-sex marriage update and planning opportunities. This blog gives a brief update of the status of same-sex marriage as it expands to more states. It also…
  • May 20

    F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby and Estate Planning

    F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby and Estate Planning
    The new film The Great Gatsby, based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s enduring 1925 novel, provides an opportunity to ponder estate planning lessons through the author’s own life story. In his 1926 short story The Rich Boy, Fitzgerald…
Rank this Week: 728

California Nursing Home Abuse…

California Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers various nursing home abuse and elder neglect issues such as signs and symptoms of neglect, and California Elder Abuse and Neglect Law. By San Diego, California personal injury attorneys, Walton Barber.

http://www.nursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/
  • May 20

    Depression May Lead to Dementia in Elderly Patient

    Depression May Lead to Dementia in Elderly Patient
    Many older adults who experience depression may see their risks for developing Alzheimer’s and dementia increase, according to a recent article in the New York Times. This is a serious issue for patients in nursing homes and other…
  • May 13

    Older Patients with Parkinson’s Face Hospital Danger

    Older Patients with Parkinson’s Face Hospital Danger
    A recent article in the New York Times discussed certain dangers that can await Parkinson’s patients when they’re admitted to hospitals. These patients require specific medications at certain times, and general hospital staff…
  • May 12

    $90.5 Million Verdict in Nursing Home Abuse Case to be Appealed

    $90.5 Million Verdict in Nursing Home Abuse Case to be Appealed
    A West Virginia jury awarded $90.5 million in damages to a family who alleged nursing home abuse and neglect back in 2010. The nursing home has taken the case to the West Virginia Supreme Court once already, according to an article in West…
Rank this Week: 720

Nursing Homes Abuse Blog

Nursing Homes Abuse Blog

Covers common problems encountered by residents and their families aat nursing homes and assisted living facilities. By Jonathan Rosenfeld.

http://www.nursinghomesabuseblog.com/
  • May 16

    Dangers Related To Byetta And Januvia Not New

    Dangers Related To Byetta And Januvia Not New
    Although the latest warning from the FDA regarding drugs like Byetta and Januvia only came in March 2013, the dangers have been known for many years. The recent information released by the FDA that researchers have found pre-cancerous cells…
  • May 13

    State Attempts to Make Nursing Home Lawsuits More Difficult to Initiate

    State Attempts to Make Nursing Home Lawsuits More Difficult to Initiate
    Family members of nursing home residents offered powerful testimony about neglect and abuse in some facilities, but legislation to limit the impact of a nursing home lawsuit still passed the Florida Senate Rules Committee on April 15. The…
  • May 10

    Nursing Home Negligence Verdict To Stand

    Nursing Home Negligence Verdict To Stand
    A nursing home facility in Kanawha County West Virginia recently lost its appeal to reconsider a sizable verdict awarded in a case that went to trial two years earlier. The lawsuit investigates whether the limits established for medical…
Rank this Week: 704

New Jersey Elder Abuse and Neglect…

New Jersey Elder Abuse and Neglect Forum

Covers nursing home / elder abuse law in the State of New Jersey. By Donna Russo.

http://www.njelderabuselaw.com/
  • May 24

    Elder Abuse: Unsolicited Robocalls from Medical Alert Companie

    Elder Abuse: Unsolicited Robocalls from Medical Alert Companie
    Bogus medical alert companies are targeting the elderly with calls for free services and are seeking personal information such as medicare, medicaid, social security numbers, bank accounts and charge cards.  Just hang up or don’t…
  • May 16

    Nursing Home Abuse: Urinary Tract Infection to Sepsis to Death

    Nursing Home Abuse: Urinary Tract Infection to Sepsis to Death
    Many nursing homes also render rehabilitation services.  On May 6, 2013, a Colorado jury awarded $200,000 to a daughter whose mother received negligent treatment, a sepsis infection and death.  The jury also awarded $3.5 million in…
  • May 15

    Elder Law Abuse: Bergen County Hosting Elder Abuse Conference

    Elder Law Abuse: Bergen County Hosting Elder Abuse Conference
    On Friday, May 17, 2012, Bergen County is hosting an Elder Abuse Conference in Mahwah, New Jersey. To read more:  http://blog.northjersey.com/bergenbeat/8230/bergen-county-to-host-elder-abuse-conference/ f you are looking for an elder…
Rank this Week: 743

Kraft Elder Law Blog

Kraft Elder Law Blog

Covers elder law issues.

http://www.kraftelderlaw.com/blog/
  • May 24

    Better Business Bureau Offers Tips and Warnings About Schemes to Defraud Elderly Vet

    Better Business Bureau Offers Tips and Warnings About Schemes to Defraud Elderly Vet
    In anticipation of Memorial Day, here are some important tips from the Better Business Bureau to help vets protect themselves from financial scams. Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in ……
  • May 23

    Estate Planning Remains a Moving Target Under the New Tax Law

    Estate Planning Remains a Moving Target Under the New Tax Law
    As many of you know, the new federal tax law passed early this year exempts, generally speaking, assets of $5.25 million for an individual and $10.5 million for a couple from the provisions of the estate tax. Because of this … Continue…
  • May 22

    Veterans May Get More Benefits from Bills in Texas Legislature

    Veterans May Get More Benefits from Bills in Texas Legislature
    Is it possible that veterans might actually get some consideration from the Texas legislature this session? That’s the conclusion of an article in the Dallas Morning News. Of course we shouldn’t count on anything until the bills…
Rank this Week: 823

Anderson, Dorn & Rader, Ltd. Blog

Anderson, Dorn & Rader, Ltd. Blog

Covers estate planning, probate and living trusts in Nevada.

http://www.wealth-counselors.com/blog/
  • May 23

    Probate, Privacy & Planning

    Probate, Privacy & Planning
    The last will is the most commonly utilized asset transfer vehicle in estate planning. Many individuals assume that this is their only logical option because they are under the impression that trusts only serve the interests of the very…
  • May 15

    Are Premarital Agreements in Poor Taste?

    Are Premarital Agreements in Poor Taste?
    Estate planning involves confronting some sensitive matters.  For many people considering marriage, one such issue is the decision to ask your spouse-to-be to enter into a premarital agreement.  Those who are entering into a first…
  • May 15

    Free Reports: Wills, Trusts, Legacy Planning and More

    Free Reports: Wills, Trusts, Legacy Planning and More
    On the Internet there are marketers that sell generic estate planning documents like wills and trusts. Statistics tell us that most people don’t have a comprehensive estate plan in place. Some of these people finally decide to put the…
Rank this Week: 848

Edwards Elder Law, P.A. Blog

Edwards Elder Law, P.A. Blog

Covers assisted living, elder law, estate planning, and long term care.

http://www.edwardselderlaw.com/blog/
  • May 21

    Estate Planning and Beneficiary Designation

    Estate Planning and Beneficiary Designation
    When you put things like life insurance policies, IRA accounts, annuities and 401(k) accounts in place, you are asked if you would like to name a beneficiary. You can also put a beneficiary in place for things like checking or ……
  • May 7

    Estate Planning For Singles – Your Pet

    Estate Planning For Singles – Your Pet
    If you are single you may not have children, but you most likely have one or more pets that you cherish like family.  What would happen to your beloved pet if you unexpectedly died or became hospitalized?  Have you put ……
  • Apr 30

    Why Your Florida Durable Power of Attorney Should Be Updated Regularly

    Why Your Florida Durable Power of Attorney Should Be Updated Regularly
    Many times I have people come into my office having taken the proactive step of putting a durable power of attorney in place as part of their incapacity planning.  However, having put it in place, they checked it off their ……
Rank this Week: 821

Rule of Law

Rule of Law

Covers British Columbia wills, trusts and estates law, elder law and estate litigation. By Stan Rule.

http://rulelaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 18

    Beneficiary Designations of Benefit Plans Under the New Wills, Estates and Succession Act

    Beneficiary Designations of Benefit Plans Under the New Wills, Estates and Succession Act
    The new Wills, Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”), which will come into force on March 31, 2014, brings much of British Columbia’s legislation related to succession under one Act. Although much of WESA deals specifically…
  • May 11

    Cost Award in Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman

    Cost Award in Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman
    I wrote an earlier post about the case Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman, in which Mr. Justice Barrow upheld the validity of Chester Hun’s will, which had been challenged by two of his grandchildren. They had alleged that it had not been signed in…
  • May 8

    Small Estate Provisions of Wills, Estates and Succession Act Not Coming Into Force

    Small Estate Provisions of Wills, Estates and Succession Act Not Coming Into Force
    As I have written previously, British Columbia’s new Wills, Estates and Succession Act will come into force on March 31, 2014. This legislation overhauls B.C.’s succession laws.But the provisions allowing for a simplified…
Rank this Week: 920

Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Blog

Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Blog

Covers Illinois nursing homes and information for nursing home residents, family members, ombudsmen, resident advocates, elder law attorneys and nursing home staff. By Levin & Perconti.

http://blog.levinperconti.com/
  • May 24

    Protecting Residents From Dangerous Nursing Home Employee

    Protecting Residents From Dangerous Nursing Home Employee
    When families move a loved one into a long-term care facility, they are entrusting the home to provide proper support for their loved one. While these transfers happen every day, they are not easy. Many emotions are tied up in the transfer,…
  • May 22

    $5.2 Million Nursing Home Negligence Jury Verdict For Delayed Care

    $5.2 Million Nursing Home Negligence Jury Verdict For Delayed Care
    Traditional nursing homes--known as “skilled nursing facilities”--are able to provide a degree of actual medical care at the facility itself. Of course, caregivers provide support--like making meals, washing clothes, help with…
  • May 20

    State Supreme Court Mandates Arbitration in Nursing Home Death Case

    State Supreme Court Mandates Arbitration in Nursing Home Death Case
    The Florida Supreme Court recently made it more difficult for the families of wrongful death victims to have their cases heard in court. In February, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled that a mandatory arbitration agreement signed by an…
Rank this Week: 956

Marshall Elder & Estate Planning…

Marshall Elder & Estate Planning Blog

Covers Pennsylvania and national elder law and estate planning issues. By Jeffrey A. Marshall.

http://marshallelder.blogspot.com/
  • May 21

    Tips on Choosing a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

    Tips on Choosing a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
    Do you want to lower the amount you spend on prescription drugs? Then you need to know about “formularies” and “tiers.” What is Medicare Part D?If you are over 65 and retired you probably have drug coverage through…
  • May 13

    Inheritance can create problems for grandchild with special need

    Inheritance can create problems for grandchild with special need
    One blessing of aging is that it gives us the opportunity to get to know our grandchildren, and perhaps even our great-grandchildren. As we live through our 70s and 80s we can watch them grow into adulthood. We can develop special…
  • May 9

    Community Spouse Minimum Income Allowance to Increase to $1,939 on July 1, 2013

    Community Spouse Minimum Income Allowance to Increase to $1,939 on July 1, 2013
    If a married nursing home resident receives Medicaid long-term care benefits, his or her community spouse is entitled to retain a certain minimum level of income called the Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance (MMNA). If the community spouse's…
Rank this Week: 1017

Elder Law Prof Blog

Elder Law Prof Blog

By William Mitchell College of Law Professor Kim Dayton and Associate Professor Carolyn Grose

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/elder_law/
Rank this Week: 1005

Florida Elder Law and Estate…

Florida Elder Law and Estate Planning

Provides news and views on current topics in elder law, estate planning, wills and trusts, caregiver issues, probate and estate administration, Medicaid and Veterans benefits, other issues of importance to seniors and their families. By Joseph S. Karp.

http://karplaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 23

    Florida Medicaid Advisory

    Florida Medicaid Advisory
    The transformation of Florida's long-term care Medicaid program to a managed care model has begun. In the works since 2011, the new program has been promoted by adherents as a way to keep disabled individuals out of institutions and in their…
  • May 17

    "Permanent" estate tax, right? Um, maybe not

    "Permanent" estate tax, right? Um, maybe not
    The American Taxpayer Relief Act provided just that - relief - to estate planners and clients when it was passed by Congress in January 2013. The so-called federal "fiscal cliff" legislation was hailed as putting to rest the…
  • May 12

    Happy Mother's Day to all!

    Happy Mother's Day to all!
    In this photo, circa 1940s, that's my beloved late mother Beatrice Karp at right. At left is her younger sister, my dear Aunt Pearl, who has always been like a mother to my brothers and me. Pearl is a dynamo still and I feel lucky to have her…
Rank this Week: 1111

Western New York Elder Law Blog

Western New York Elder Law Blog

Covers New York estate planning, probate, elder law and health care issues. By Dutcher & Zatkowsky.

http://www.dutcher-zatkowsky.com
  • May 22

    Retirement Planning for Single Women

    Retirement Planning for Single Women
    Planning for retirement is important, especially for the many Americans who will retire unmarried. As a recent article points out, the segment who faces the greatest challenge in retirement is unmarried women. These women are anticipated to…
  • May 15

    Estate Planning is About More Than Just Taxe

    Estate Planning is About More Than Just Taxe
    With the new $5.125 million cap on lifetime and after-death transfers of wealth, many Americans who have not yet created an estate plan are breathing easy. However, as a recent article points out, there is much more to estate planning than…
  • May 8

    Planning Around Your Child’s Spouse

    Planning Around Your Child’s Spouse
    Sometimes, parents of married children feel uneasy about the prospect of their child’s spouse inheriting a portion of that estate. A recent article addresses this common concern. Parents should not be concerned about the spouses of…
Rank this Week: 1222

Cooper Elder Law

Cooper Elder Law

Covers Ohio estate planning, nursing home protection and qualifying for veterans benefits. By Thom L. Cooper Company, LPA.

http://cooperelderlaw.com/our-blog/
  • May 25

    The Life Insurance Tax Trap

    The Life Insurance Tax Trap
    By Attorney Ted Brown The term “discharge of indebtedness” doesn’t mean much to the average person. The gist of it is that if you owe a debt and that debt is forgiven you can end up owing income tax on the forgiven amount.…
  • May 24

    “Write It Down”

    “Write It Down”
    By Janet Fickle A couple in their nineties are both having some short term memory loss. While in for a checkup, the physician says that physically they’re okay, but since they’re having trouble remembering things, they might want…
  • May 23

    Medicare May be Reformed Again (But for the Good this time)

    Medicare May be Reformed Again (But for the Good this time)
    By Attorney Liz Durnell Did you know that Medicare will not pay for any part of a nursing home stay if you or your loved one were not “admitted” to the hospital for three days? Sometimes the person was just in the hospital for…
Rank this Week: 1260

Duffy Law Office

Duffy Law Office

Covers estate planning and elder law in Iowa.

http://www.duffylawoffice.com/blog/
  • May 24

    Elder Financial Abuse Comes in Multiple Form

    Elder Financial Abuse Comes in Multiple Form
    When you keep your head stuck in the sand avoiding somewhat difficult subjects you may find yourself in a challenging situation later on. With this in mind let’s take a look at elder financial abuse. This type of abuse comes in multiple…
  • May 22

    Heirs Can Benefit From Tax-Free Roth IRA Growth

    Heirs Can Benefit From Tax-Free Roth IRA Growth
    Retirement planning can involve contributing money into an individual retirement account. With a traditional IRA you contribute money before paying taxes. You can deduct your contributions from your earnings when you are filing. There is a…
  • May 20

    Seniors, Dogs, and Estate Planning

    Seniors, Dogs, and Estate Planning
    Senior citizens face some emotional challenges as they lose loved ones over the years. Loneliness can decrease your quality of life, and it can even result in depression. The good news is that there is a ready friend available to you as a…
Rank this Week: 1284

Law Offices of Cheryl David

Law Offices of Cheryl David

Covers estate planning and elder law in North Carolina.

http://www.cheryldavid.com/blog/
  • May 23

    Boomers in Denial About Long-Term Care

    Boomers in Denial About Long-Term Care
    Results from a recent poll show that a lot of aging baby boomers are woefully unprepared for the potential costs associated with long-term care. According to the poll, 3 out of every 10 people, of ages 40 and older have done little to no…
  • May 22

    I’ve Made a Last Will. How Long Does it Last?

    I’ve Made a Last Will. How Long Does it Last?
    One of the great things about creating a last will and testament in Greensboro, North Carolina, is that the document has no expiration date. As long as you make a will and ensure that it complies with all North Carolina laws, your will can…
  • May 17

    The Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Property, and Why it Matter

    The Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Property, and Why it Matter
    Preparing for the probate process is a big part of estate planning. Probate is simply the collection of laws and rules that have to be followed before the property a deceased person leaves behind goes to new owners or inheritors. To properly…
Rank this Week: 1285

Special Needs, Elder Law, Wills,…

Special Needs, Elder Law, Wills, Trusts, Estates & Tax Blog

By Friedman Law.

http://specialneedsnj.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 1319

Toronto Estates & Trusts Monitor

Toronto Estates & Trusts Monitor

Discusses the complications, pitfalls, and the overall state of affairs of trusts and estates in Canada. By Megan F. Connolly.

http://www.torontoestatemonitor.com/
  • Mar 7

    A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse

    A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse
    The recent decision of the Superior Court of Justice in the Murphy Estate considers what happens when parties to a proceeding settle a matter on the basis of faulty facts and one of the parties suffers from “buyer’s remorse”. 
  • Mar 5

    Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt

    Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt
    One of an estate trustee’s duties is to pay the debts that a deceased individual owed when he or she died.  As I have previously discussed, the estate trustee is generally not personally liable for the deceased’s debts – they are paid…
  • Feb 29

    Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One

    Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One
    Investor’s Group, a financial services company in Canada, recently released the results of a survey regarding people’s expectations when it comes to receiving an inheritance or leaving one to others. 
Rank this Week: 1271

New York Elder Law Attorney Blog

New York Elder Law Attorney Blog

Published by Ettinger Law Firm

http://www.newyorkelderlawattorneyblog.com/
  • May 23

    When Powers of Attorney Go Wrong - Senior Fights to Save His Home

    When Powers of Attorney Go Wrong - Senior Fights to Save His Home
    Elder law issues are complex and comprehensive. Many attorneys practice exclusively in this area, because the legal issues facing the nation's growing number of seniors are very unique, encompassing many different matters, including securing…
  • May 21

    Senior Forced to Spend $100,000 to Prove Competence

    Senior Forced to Spend $100,000 to Prove Competence
    The Austin American Statesman reported on a troubling elder competence case that is leading many to call for legal reforms. The story is a reminder of the heartache that may arise when feuding arises within families and relatives engage in…
  • May 17

    National Nursing Home Week 2013: Team Care

    National Nursing Home Week 2013: Team Care
    The American Health Care Association (AHCA) is leading the effort this year as part of the official "National Nursing Home Week" which was designated as May 12th through the 18th. More information on the event can be found here. The…
Rank this Week: 1495

Law Office of Donald D. Vanarelli…

Law Office of Donald D. Vanarelli Blog

Covers New Jersey elder law and estate planning.

http://www.dvanarelli.com/blog
  • May 16

    The VA’s New “Fully Developed Claim” Proce

    The VA’s New “Fully Developed Claim” Proce
    Fully Developed VA Claims The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has implemented a new process designed to expedite claims for VA benefits having all information required by the agency and all required supporting  evidence. The new…
  • May 14

    Undue Influence

    Undue Influence
    After an individual’s death, litigation regarding the decedent’s estate can arise in a variety of contexts. A common claim asserted in a lawsuit challenging the validity of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament is that the…
  • May 13

    “Excessive Texting” From One Divorced Parent To The Other Does Not Necessarily Amount To Harassment

    “Excessive Texting” From One Divorced Parent To The Other Does Not Necessarily Amount To Harassment
    New Jersey appeals court reversed a final restraining order entered in a domestic violence lawsuit, holding that “excessive texting” from one divorced parent to the other does not necessarily amount to harassment. L.M.F. v.…
Rank this Week: 1864

Aging & Law in West Virginia

Aging & Law in West Virginia

Features a case of the week. By West Virginia Senior Legal Aid.

http://seniorlegalaid.blogspot.com/
  • May 14

    Older Americans Act reauthorization: what's up?

    Older Americans Act reauthorization: what's up?
    U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), has drafted a bill to reauthorize the Older American Act. He is hosting an event in DC to rally support for the reauthorization. Here's the scoop on the event: OLDER AMERICANS SUMMIT WHEN: Thursday, May…
  • May 14

    Now is the Time to Pay Attention to Elder Abuse

    Now is the Time to Pay Attention to Elder Abuse
    “Efforts to address elder abuse are 40 years behind those of child abuse and 20 years behind those of domestic violence” said Kathy Greenlee, Assistant Secretary for Aging (ASA) and Administration for Community Living Administrator, in an…
  • Apr 30

    Unleash the Power of Age!

    Unleash the Power of Age!
    May is Older Americans Month, a time to honor the contribution of elders in our communities. This year's theme is Unleash the Power of Age. For ideas about activities you can do to celebrate in your community check out this page from the…
Rank this Week: 1827

The Official Medicare Blog and…

The Official Medicare Blog and Information Resource

Follows the issues related to Medicare Set Asides and MMSEA compliance. By MEDVAL, LLC.

http://medicaresetasideblog.com
  • Apr 9

    We finally have some guidance on Benzodiazepines and Barbiturate

    We finally have some guidance on Benzodiazepines and Barbiturate
    Yesterday, CMS issued the following alert: On October 2, 2012, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a memorandum to Part D Sponsors concerning the transition to Part D Coverage of Benzodiazepines and Barbiturates…
  • Apr 8

    CMS Doesn't Want a Court Order Approving Its Full Reimbursement?

    CMS Doesn't Want a Court Order Approving Its Full Reimbursement?
    CMS relies heavily upon the basic premise of the Supremacy Clause in that the MSP is a federal law and, as a general proposition, supersedes state law. However, I frequently question the extent of the applicability to MSP debt given that the…
  • Apr 2

    Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside Arrangement (WCMSA) Town Hall Event

    Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside Arrangement (WCMSA) Town Hall Event
    The CMS will be hosting a WCMSA teleconference on April 11, 2013. This event will provide stakeholders an opportunity to learn more about the Workers’ Compensation Review Contractor (WCRC), and discuss procedural matters that are not…
Rank this Week: 1732

New York Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

New York Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers national and New York based elder neglect and nursing home abuse news. Published By Gallivan & Gallivan.

http://www.newyorknursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/
  • May 21

    NYSDOH: Brooklyn Nursing Home Fails to Prevent Bedsore

    NYSDOH: Brooklyn Nursing Home Fails to Prevent Bedsore
    On January 8, 2013, the Department of Health cited Bishop Henry B. Hucles Episcopal Nursing Home for numerous violations of health regulations. Among these was a violation of Title 42 section 483.25(c) of the Code of Federal Regulations,…
  • May 21

    Bronx Autistic Man's Family Alleges Physical Abuse

    Bronx Autistic Man's Family Alleges Physical Abuse
    An autistic man's family is alleging abuse at a Bronx group home, according to NY1. The name of the home is not provided in the report, but NY1 does say that the home is run by Leake and Watts, a...
  • May 16

    Westchester Nursing Home Pays $12,000 Fine to Department of Health

    Westchester Nursing Home Pays $12,000 Fine to Department of Health
    Andrus on Hudson, a nursing home located in Hastings-on-Hudson, Westchester agreed to pay a $12,000 fine to the Department of Health. The fine, according to lohud.com, stems from an incident in 2011 in which a resident died while suffering…
Rank this Week: 1953

Cramer Law Center

Cramer Law Center

Covers estate planning, probate, guardianship and elder law issues.

http://cramerlawcenter.com/blog/
  • May 17

    WASTED WEALTH: $40 MILLION AND NO WILL

    WASTED WEALTH: $40 MILLION AND NO WILL
      Roman Blum died last year in New York at the age of 97 with $40 million worth of assets.  At first glance, that sounds like a wonderful way to leave the world.  However, Mr. Blum passed away without a will or any other…
  • May 9

    ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR UNMARRIED AND SAME-SEX COUPLES

    ESTATE PLANNING ISSUES FOR UNMARRIED AND SAME-SEX COUPLES
    New state laws allowing same-sex marriage and two pending Supreme Court rulings on the subject have brought to mind the special estate planning issues faced by same-sex and other unmarried couples.  Marriage comes with important legal…
  • May 3

    MAY IS ELDER LAW MONTH!!

    MAY IS ELDER LAW MONTH!!
      May has been declared to be National Elder Law Month and Older Americans Month.  We think that makes this the perfect time to discuss how we and other elder law attorneys can serve “older Americans” (defined as those…
Rank this Week: 1935

Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates,…

Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates, P.C. Blog

Covers Connecticut estate planning, probate and elder law.

http://www.preserveyourestate.net/blog/
  • Oct 29

    The World’s Well Heeled Pet

    The World’s Well Heeled Pet
    There are some good and bad things about human nature, but without question one of the best ones is the relationship that we have with our pets. Though people sometimes own exotic pets, dogs and cats are the most common four-legged family…
  • Oct 26

    Uncertainty Fuels Procrastination

    Uncertainty Fuels Procrastination
    It is no secret that a lot of people procrastinate when it comes to estate planning. The last thing that the procrastinators need is yet another reason to put things off, but in fact the uncertainty surrounding the estate tax parameters at…
  • Oct 24

    Your 401(k) After A Layoff

    Your 401(k) After A Layoff
    Far too many people are not properly prepared for retirement from a financial perspective, and many find that they are not in a position to retire when they reach their full retirement age as defined by the Social Security Administration. To…
Rank this Week: 2102

New York Trusts & Estates Law…

New York Trusts & Estates Law Blog

Covers New York wills, trusts, estates, and elder law. By Saul Elnadav.

http://trustsestateslaw.com
Rank this Week: 1963

The Law Office of Alexis B. Levitt…

The Law Office of Alexis B. Levitt Blog

Covers caregiver issues, estate planning, living at home and special needs trusts.

http://www.alexislevitt.com/blog/
  • May 20

    Department of Public Health Survey on Health Needs for People with Disabilitie

    Department of Public Health Survey on Health Needs for People with Disabilitie
    This landed in my inbox. It took about 5 minutes to fill it out. Due date is May 31. Here are the details: Help influence health care in Massachusetts! The Health and Disability Program, part of Office of Health Equity at the MA Department of…
  • Jan 9

    The Elderly & Special Needs Patients and the Fiscal Cliff

    The Elderly & Special Needs Patients and the Fiscal Cliff
    In all the fiscal cliff nonsense of the last few weeks, here are a few provisions that affect the elderly and the disabled: 1. Remember how doctors were being threatened with a 27% pay cut for their Medicare patients? That threat went away.…
  • Jan 3

    The Nursing Home Stopped Medicare Payments Because my Loved One Stopped Improving, but I Heard that’s Illegal

    The Nursing Home Stopped Medicare Payments Because my Loved One Stopped Improving, but I Heard that’s Illegal
    For many years, Medicare has stopped paying for therapies or skilled care once the patient stopped improving, or plateaud.  This is not what the regulations say, but somehow that became the practice across the country. In December, the…
Rank this Week: 2318

The Connecticut Elder Law Blog

The Connecticut Elder Law Blog

News, stories, thoughts and insight on elder law in Connecticut. By Michael J. Keenan.

http://ctelderlawblog.typepad.com/the_connecticut_elder_law/
  • May 20

    It's now tougher to deduct medical…

    It's now tougher to deduct medical expenses for income tax purposes. Formerly, medical expenses that exceeded 7.5% of your adjusted gross income could be used as an income tax deduction. The new threshold, as of January 1st, is 10%.
  • May 16

    According to a U.S. District Court, a…

    According to a U.S. District Court, a promissory note that complies with federal law and received in exchange for other property is NOT a resource or a trust-like device and does NOT subject a Medicaid applicant to a transfer penalty....
  • Apr 4

    How to Include "Scary" Kids in your Estate Planning

    How to Include "Scary" Kids in your Estate Planning
    It's unfortunate, but clients who meet with me to do their estate planning will sometimes mention that one or more of their children is "scary" for one reason or another. And although the clients want to leave something to that...
Rank this Week: 2480

Nursing Home Law Blog

Nursing Home Law Blog

Information relating to nursing homes and the care that they provide. Published by Stark & Stark.

http://nursinghomelaw.stark-stark.com/
  • May 13

    New Law Proposed Making Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration Illegal in Nursing Home

    New Law Proposed Making Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration Illegal in Nursing Home
    Arbitration is a process of resolving complaints without the use of the court system.  A person basically signs a document waiving their right to a jury trial, and gets nothing in return.  The rules for arbitration are different,…
  • May 8

    Life Care Centers Accused of Bilking Medicare

    Life Care Centers Accused of Bilking Medicare
    Here’s a copy of the lawsuit referenced in the recent CBS News Piece on the lawsuit that the United States has brought against Life Care Centers, accusing them of inappropriate Medicare billing practices. 
  • May 1

    LPN at Golden Living Charged with Stealing Drugs from Patient

    LPN at Golden Living Charged with Stealing Drugs from Patient
    Sadly, this is not the first time we’ve seen this problem in a nursing home.  In this instance, an LPN has been accused to taking medications away from patients.  It is not clear from the article, as least at this point in the…
Rank this Week: 2459

The Guardian Blog

The Guardian Blog

Covers abuse and neglect in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and group homes. By Solomon & Relihan, P.C.

http://www.theguardianblog.com/
  • Feb 12

    Bullying in Nursing Home Leads Elderly Man to Commit Attempted Murder

    Bullying in Nursing Home Leads Elderly Man to Commit Attempted Murder
    There is no age limit when it comes to bullying. Bullying can occur in any environment and nursing homes are no exception. In one nursing home an 84-year-old nursing home resident was at his breaking point when he decided to murder the…
  • Feb 6

    Nursing Home Strives for A Comfortable Environment

    Nursing Home Strives for A Comfortable Environment
    A nursing home environment is a critical part to your loved one’s care. Acting as a second home, the nursing home your loved one lives at should be designed to be comfortable and welcoming. In one nursing home, the staff took extra…
  • Feb 5

    Nursing Home Worker Severely Bruises Elderly Resident

    Nursing Home Worker Severely Bruises Elderly Resident
    Working in a nursing home is a stressful position that is not well suited for everyone. When nursing home workers reach their breaking home, it is the patients who suffer. One worker was so frustrated that she caused excessive bruising to…
Rank this Week: 2400

Estate of Confusion

Estate of Confusion

Covers developments in estate planning and wealth transfer taxes. By Hani Sarji.

http://blogs.forbes.com/hanisarji/
Rank this Week: 2392

Senior Life Care Planning

Senior Life Care Planning

Covers elder law, assisted living facilities, estate planning, and nursing homes. By David Wingate.

http://blog.seniorlcp.com/
  • Mar 8

    Assisted Living Facilities may not be what you think. In fact, many are like 5 star hotels.

    Assisted Living Facilities may not be what you think. In fact, many are like 5 star hotels.
    When it comes to leaving your home and residing in a retirement home most people would rather stay at home. However, today's retirement homes, or Continuing Care and Assisted Living Facilities may not be what you think. In fact, many are like…
  • Mar 8

    Caring for a loved one is both physically and mentally challenging.

    Caring for a loved one is both physically and mentally challenging.
    Physical limitations make a person much more difficult to attend to. Especially, if they are totally bedridden. Therefore, speak with the physician and have it explained exactly what undertaking their needs involves. Consequently, you may…
  • Mar 7

    Don't Dismiss the early signs of dementia as normal aging.

    Don't Dismiss the early signs of dementia as normal aging.
    Too many seniors are dismissing the early signs of dementia as “normal aging.” Diagnosing the disease early can potentially delay its progression, as well provide valuable time to help families cope and determine how to care for their…
Rank this Week: 2412

Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Published By Ed Fox & Associates

http://www.chicagonursinghomeabuselawyer-blog.com/
  • May 14

    Medicaid Cuts Affecting Care for Star Resident

    Medicaid Cuts Affecting Care for Star Resident
    On May 13, 2013, hundreds of nursing home staff members gathered outside of the Thompson Center in downtown Chicago to protest the most recent cuts for medical services. While Illinois lawmakers allege that cuts are being made across the…
  • Apr 8

    The Effects of Filial Support Laws on Nursing Home Cost

    The Effects of Filial Support Laws on Nursing Home Cost
    Recent developments in the area of filial support law have the potential of affecting how families budget for nursing home costs. Currently, 29 states (not including Illinois) have what are called filial support laws on the books. Filial…
  • Mar 14

    The Illinois Financial Crisis May Force the Elderly into Nursing Home Facilitie

    The Illinois Financial Crisis May Force the Elderly into Nursing Home Facilitie
    Illinois currently funds programs that allow 80,000 elderly and disabled people to live at home. However, Illinois foresees itself running out of funding for such programs by March 15, 2013, which is 3-1/2 months before the fiscal year ends…
Rank this Week: 2681