Written by Mike Jorgenson Reviewed by John Clardy I was recently targeted by a scam that could not only have caused our firm significant financial losses, but personal ethical and professional issues for myself as well. Many of you may be aware of this scam, but it is worth mentioning again because it is still… 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 (was $109.00… Read more »
Written by David Jacoby Reviewed by Debra Simms Many of my clients have already executed a Durable Power of Attorney. However, it is important to note that all Powers of Attorney are not created equal. The laws regarding Powers of Attorney are not stagnant. The last change in the Durable Power of Attorney Statute in… Read more »
Written by David Jacoby, Esq. Reviewed by Mary Trotter, Esq. Recently, I had the opportunity to deal with the State of New Jersey Medicaid System. I quickly determined that although the Medicaid System for Long-Term Care in Florida has its difficulties and the Long-Term Care Planning techniques are ever dwindling in Florida, Florida still has… Read more »
Written by Erica R. Berger-Hausthor, Esq.Reviewed by Carolyn Landon, Esq. Moving to a new state is a lot of work. Selling your home, packing, finding a new home, hiring a moving company, getting cars to a new state, finding new schools, new friends, a job. Moving is stressful and by the time you get settled… Read more »
Written by Shannon Miller, Esq.Reviewed by Kellen Bryant, Esq. Estate planning and advance directives can be difficult topics for our aging parents. Eileen’s story will outline how to get the conversation started. Eileen contacted me to discuss concerns about her aging parent’s estate plan. She had no idea what her parent’s assets were, how the… Read more »
Written by Linda Chamberlain, Esq. Reviewed by Walt Shurden, Esq. It’s a very exciting time in the life of a graduate with new experiences coming their way. The one gift that graduates should receive is a consultation with an attorney for estate planning. Your first reaction is probably thinking I’m nuts for recommending estate planning… Read more »
Written by Gerald L. Hemness, Jr, Esq. Reviewed by Kevin Staas, Esq. Having renovated our own home in the Tampa area over a period of 10 years, I can attest that home improvements shown on TV always look easier and less complicated at the beginning of the project. Unfortunately, it seems repairs I’ve made end… Read more »
To download the official proclamation, please click here. The text of the proclamation regarding Elder Abuse Awareness Day: 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… Read more »
