Will the Sunshine State Crack Down on Crimes against the Elderly?

Suspected cases of abuse of Florida’s seniors may get increased scrutiny, after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill this week approving the creation of elder abuse fatality review teams across the state.

Should Medicare Continue with Expanded Telehealth Access after COVID-19?

July 4, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning

President Trump’s top Medicare official said Tuesday that expanded access to telemedicine should continue after the coronavirus pandemic recedes and that officials are examining ways to act without waiting for legislation from Congress.

How Can You Disinherit Someone and Be Sure it Sticks?

July 3, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Parents may delay creating an elder law estate plan, because of the in-law issue. Some parents are unfortunately estranged from an adult child, only because of the problematic son-in-law or daughter-in-law.

Using Retirement Funds in a Financial Crisis

July 2, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Life Insurance

U.S. has been making it easier for people to access long-term savings for emergencies, trading future financial security to stay afloat.

What are the Latest Senior Scams?

July 1, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning

Scammers gravitate to tightened finances, like moths to a flame. To complicate matters, shelter-in-place restrictions have pushed people to make more online transactions. That means new opportunities for fraudsters to take advantage of seniors, who may be new digital accountholders.

Update Will at These 12 Times in Your Life

June 25, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

It is also important to realize that it isn’t merely ‘why’ you are updating your will, but ‘when’ you are updating that can make all the difference.

Gene Role May Be a Link between Dementia and the Coronavirus

June 20, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney

People with a genetic mutation that increases the risk of dementia also have a greater chance of having severe Covid-19, researchers have revealed.

How Do I Talk about End-Of-Life Decisions?

June 19, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

No one likes to think about the end of their life, but it’s an important topic that many people put off until it’s too late.

What Is Congress Doing to Address Affordable Senior Housing and Elder Abuse?

June 13, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Two pieces of legislation introduced at the federal level aim to support affordable senior housing residents and providers during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as ensure that elder abuse training materials include individuals with dementia.

How Can Estate Planning Protect Me from COVID-19?

June 12, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

The ongoing pandemic has made everyone have to face some unpleasant realities, including the idea that one day we won’t be here anymore. Do you know how to make sure that your affairs are in order for your loved ones?