It happens all the time across the country - families already stricken with grief at the loss of a loved one are dealt a further blow when they discover the assets of the departed are now subject to seizure and repossession, and not automatically passed onto the surviving family members ...
Read moreHow to Be Eligible for Nursing Home Assistance if You Have Assets
Contrary to what you might think, a senior nursing home can be an active and healthy environment where senior citizens can thrive. If you’re a senior citizen or are caring for a senior citizen, you might have questions about senior eligibility for nursing home assistance. Unfortunately, rumors and fallacies often prevent seniors from...
Read moreProviding Your Elder with Legal Assistance Three Healthcare Documents Every Senior Should Have
Arranging senior legal assistance for your elder, in regards to healthcare, is important not only to them but you as well. The law which protects each individual’s rights regarding healthcare privacy under the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)...
Read moreSenior Legal Assistance The Different Types of Power of Attorney (POA)
When obtaining senior legal help, among the topics which should be discussed are Powers of Attorney and different ways in which these can be implemented that many are not aware of. To put it simply, a power of attorney allows a designated individual to carry out your financial, health or other wishes should you become incapacitated.
Read moreHow to protect one’s rights in making medical decisions Health Care Proxies
Health Care Proxy, also known as a durable medical power of attorney, is a legal document through which one can designate an individual to carry out their medical treatment wishes in the event he or she is unconscious or...
Read moreWhen Should I Contact A Nursing Home Abuse Attorney?
Given the severity and how wide spread this issue is in nursing homes, we at Advise & Protect Senior Care Consultants feel it is of the utmost importance to discuss abuse and neglect taking place in care facilities and the need for a Nursing Home Abuse Attorney...
Read moreHow an Estate Attorney Can Assist Same Sex Couples?
As we continue in our elder law series, given the Supreme Court determined that much of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was unconstitutional in June 2013; then, finally ruling in 2015 that states must allow same sex marriages, we feel it prudent to address how same sex couples can benefit from the services of estate attorneys...
Read moreWhat Different Types of Trusts Are There and Do I Really Need to Hire a Trust Attorney in New York?
It wise to discuss the difference between a trust and a will; as well as, some of the many types of trusts. To begin with, most trusts focus only on specific assets (i.e. life insurance, a particular piece of property) while a will...
Read moreDoes An Elder Lawyer Specialize in All Areas of the Law?
Throughout our elder law series, we have discussed a numerous areas in which an Elder Lawyer specializes so no, not every lawyer is able to specialize in every aspect of law. With the aging of baby boomers there has been a vast expansion in elder law and ...
Read moreElder Law Answers on Revocation of Driving Privileges
we at Protect & Advise Senior Care Consultants believe it is of great importance to address elder law answers in regards to revoking an elders driving privileges.
Read moreWhat Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Do?
Part of ensuring an elders peace of mind comes with organizing one’s estate and ensuring that all necessary legal documentation is in place. Legal documents prepared and implemented by an Estate Planning Lawyer include wills, gifts, trusts in which arrangements are made for transfer of assets from the decedent’s estate to assigned heirs and beneficiaries, etc..
Read moreWhat is Elder Abuse and How Elder Law Attorney can help?
With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month we feel this is a perfect time to address the question, “What is elder abuse?” while also presenting how to address it when one’s elder is neglected, exploited or taken advantage of financially, hurt physically, mentally, psychologically, sexually or experiences power of attorney abuse...
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Understanding New York Estate Law When One Passes Intestate
As we continue in our series on elder law, today I thought we would discuss the meaning of Intestate and what that entails in Estate Law in New York. First though, it would be wise to ensure everyone understands what...
Read moreWhat to Discuss With and Expect from New York Estate Lawyers
As we continue in our elder law series, please join me as we discuss how an New York Estate Lawyers can be of service and what questions to ask. For those unfamiliar with the depth of this subject, estate planning far exceeds simply composing a will. If done correctly...
Read moreDiscover the Basics Prior to Meeting with an New York Estate Planning Attorney →
In considering this part of elder law planning, it is important to note that laws in most states are similar; yet, in New York for instance there are some details which differ from others; therefore, hiring New York Estate Planning Attorney is of the utmost importance.
Read moreElder Law Attorney - NYC
Elder law attorneys in NYC and across the country specialize in the legal needs of seniors and utilize a number of specific legal instruments and practices to meet the needs of elders. While estate planning is a big part of their practice, Advise & Protect Senior Care Consultants elder law attorneys also work closely with clients to create such documents as powers of attorney, health care proxies, providing for appointed care giver(s) to make medical decisions should the client become incapacitated. Other services include
Read moreLiving Trust Attorney NY State
Most popular amongst the baby boom generation, Living Trusts also known as Revocable Living Trusts can provide pre and post death advantages. As you will learn from an Advise & Protect Senior Care Consultants Living Trust Attorney in NY State this is one way in which probate can be avoided and for some it is a manner in which to lower taxes on home and other property to their heirs. Another reason some prefer a living trust is ...
Read moreLiving Will Attorney NY
By establishing a Living Will in NY, also known as Advance Health Care Directive, one can ensure that his or her medical providers and family members know exactly what end of life decisions to follow and which to avoid should one be unable to speak for themselves. One of the greatest examples is...
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