Insights into Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate Law in NJ
At first glance, life insurance may not seem to have any bearing on how assets are distributed in your estate plan. However, life insurance can be an integral, indispensably important part of a well-thought-out estate plan. There are numerous other benefits to owning a life insurance policy aside from providing a large sum of money […]
Generally speaking, guardianship conjures up images of a minor child being cared for by an adult family member or friend. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually, parents, who are losing their physical and mental health capacities. While the process is similar, there are some distinct […]
One of the most difficult things we will have to do in life is contemplate our own death. Yet, if we want our dying to be meaningful and merciful, it is imperative that we think about it while we still can. Most of us want to die at home, in a familiar and peaceful setting […]
In the United States, one in five senior falls causes a serious injury like a broken bone or head trauma, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Injuries of this sort can make life difficult for an older person to do everyday activities or live on their own. Half of the time, when […]
What happens to your inheritance if your beneficiary has passed away? You may be wondering whether if you leave property to your brother Jim, but he dies before you, would his kids inherit the property in his place? The answer is, only if your will explicitly states as much. To ensure your document is correct, […]
In order to live a successful, healthy age, we need to form connections with the people around us. The opportunities for people to laugh, move, and learn together are foundational to aging success. Enter the coronavirus pandemic to change all of that. Now aging Americans must stay socially engaged while maintaining a physical distance. This […]
Age-related abuse can manifest in many different ways and may occur concurrently in many seniors’ lives. Sadly, elder abuse events are significantly underreported. The National Council on Aging reports that estimates range as high as five million older adults experience abuse every year or about one in ten. A study by The National Institutes of […]
As the baby boomer generation ages and international migration continues, the US senior citizen population is growing rapidly. Although the US average life expectancy has seen a slight three-year decline, many Americans, men, and women live well into their 80s, 90s, and beyond. An elder law attorney works with seniors, taking a holistic approach to […]
You can relieve the burden on your loved ones today by preparing and organizing your financial information for the future when you are no longer able to. It will ensure proper management of your financial situation and afford control over your end of life and legacy. The goal is to make and maintain an accurate […]
A new set of guidelines for nursing home visits has been published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It is now possible to have visitation with nursing home residents for reasons other than urgent end-of-life scenarios and, in some instances, may include physical touch. Additionally, communal activities and dining are permissible as […]
There is a question we hear all the time: “Can’t I just get a will off the internet, do a transfer-on-death deed for my land, and put my kids on my bank account?” It’s just not a good idea. For the plan to work as you would want it to, it should account for plenty […]
As your parent ages, there may come a time when you must take guardianship of your parent, accepting legal responsibility for their care and wellbeing. The duties include a parent’s daily care, medical care, and possibly financial decisions made on their behalf. Many guardians are family members who were previously caregivers, now cast into a […]