Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. For most people, driving equates to independence. If you want to go somewhere, just hop in your car and go. While Older Americans may cling to this sense of independence, at some point it may not be safe for them to drive. Physical limitations and diminished awareness may be a normal… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. Scams that target vulnerable seniors remain a prevalent issue in the Florida elder community. Whether it is a telemarketer scam, a mail scam, or an online scam, criminals are getting smarter, more sophisticated, and more difficult to identify. Unfortunately, these criminals focus on vulnerable seniors who may be lonely and… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. We know it can be difficult to think about who will handle your affairs in the event you become unable to do so yourself. Have you ever considered, however, how stressful it would be for your loved ones to make important medical or legal decisions on your behalf with no… Read more »
Reviewed by Mike Jorgensen, Esq. When was the last time you updated your Florida estate plan? Does your current planning reflect your important health care decisions and wishes? For example, in addition to your living will, are your medical care wishes detailed in the event of a serious accident or terminal illness? What about instructions… Read more »
Written by Jill Burzynski Reviewed by Kara Evans The 2018 Elder Law Numbers have been announced by the various government agencies which administer the programs. They are as follows: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the new Medicare premiums, deductibles, and co-payments for 2018: Basic Part B premium: $134.00/month… Read more »
To download the official proclamation, please click here. The text of the proclamation: WHEREAS, Florida’s seniors are valued members of society, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that they live safe lives; and WHEREAS, seniors should be treated with respect and dignity to enable them to continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers,… Read more »
Authored by Linda Chamberlain Reviewed by Walt Shurden It never ceases to amaze me how many clients show up with a friend, relative, or neighbor to meet with their attorney to discuss their legal documents. The client often meets about where they want their money to go upon their death. Sometimes about who they want… Read more »
Authored by Audrey Gay Ehrhardt, JD, CBC Reviewed by Tommy Smith, Esq. Most of us love all things that encompass productivity, efficiency, profitability and are built to help you find time in your schedule to get things done! To celebrate National Small Business Week, take a look at the list we compiled with our top… Read more »
Authored by Linda Chamberlain Reviewed and edited by Gregory Glenn Often when an Elder Law attorney meets with a client it includes discussing how the client may want their bank accounts, brokerage accounts, and other assets distributed at death. Many clients are surprised to hear beneficiary designations trump what they have listed in their Last Will… Read more »
