What Is Elder Law?
What Is Elder Law? Definition & Examples of Elder Law? BY JULIE GARBER REVIEWED BY ERIKA RASURE Updated July 26, 2021 Elder law is a field of law dealing with the unique legal issues that affect older adults. Understand how…
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMEONE DIES WITHOUT A WILL?
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMEONE DIES WITHOUT A WILL? A Will gives Seniors Peace of Mind If your older adult wants to be sure that their assets and property will be given to certain people or organizations after they pass away,…
Medicaid “Crisis” Planning
Medicaid “Crisis" Planning Medicaid "Crisis” Planning is defined as when an individual is already in a skilled nursing facility or will be entering within a short time-period and needs to qualify for Medicaid benefits immediately. This event may also involve…
The Role of a Successor Trustee After the Trust Creator Dies
The Role of a Successor Trustee After the Trust Creator Dies BY JULIE GARBER REVIEWED BY TOBY WALTERS Updated July 04, 2020 The Role of a Successor Trustee After the Trust Creator Dies. When you set up your revocable living…
Special Needs Trust Options
Special Needs Trust Options BY PATTI SPENCER REVIEWED BY ANTHONY BATTLE Updated July 31, 2021 A special needs trust (sometimes called a supplemental needs trust), is a trust designed to hold assets for the benefit of a person with disabilities…
Pros and Cons of Long-Term Care Insurance
Pros and Cons of Long-Term Care Insurance BY DANA ANSPACH REVIEWED BY THOMAS J. CATALANO Updated May 27, 2021 Pros and Cons of Long-Term Care Insurance. Is long-term care insurance a wise purchase? Here are five questions you can ask…
Estate Planning Documents to Update When Getting a Divorce
Estate Planning Documents to Update When Getting a Divorce BY PATTI SPENCER REVIEWED BY MARGUERITA CHENG Updated April 27, 2021 Estate Planning Documents to Update When Getting a Divorce. If you are considering divorce or beginning the process of getting…
Why Are Some Vaccinated People Still Getting COVID-19?
Why Are Some Vaccinated People Still Getting COVID-19? By Valerie DeBenedette Fact checked by Angela Underwood Key Takaways A limited number of people who have been vaccinated may still get a "breakthrough" COVID-19 infection. However, research shows that vaccinated people…
Estate Planning For Special Needs Family Members
Estate Planning For Special Needs Family Members Estate Planning For Special Needs Family Members. Without proper planning, leaving an inheritance or making a gift to a disabled family member can cause the disabled person to lose their means-based government benefits,…
What Are My Rights As a Power of Attorney.
Power of Attorney What Are My Rights As a Power of Attorney. An important part of lifetime planning is the power of attorney. A power of attorney is accepted in all states, but the rules and requirements differ from state…