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Bullying Can Occur in Senior Centers

Old Men

AnĀ elder law attorney can help seniors to explore benefits, supports, and services within their community. In many cases, seniors are able to remain independent longer and are able to maintain their social connections by visiting senior centers that operate specialized programs for older people. Unfortunately, a recent article in join us for a free seminar … [Read More]

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Retirement: It’s not Just About the Money

Retirement Is

Many factors go into retirement decisions. This article examines some of those factors. Being financially prepared is one aspect. Having your estate planning in order is another. But, being socially and psychologically ready for retirement are yet other aspects which people often don’t consider. Be ready for your next phase of life, this article will help you get there [Read More]

Category: Estate Planning, Legal EducationTag: Estate Planning, retirement, psychology

Academy Event in Las Vegas is No Gamble

Event X

The Academy’s 25th Anniversary event in Las Vegas is a sure bet. This article sets forth the various presentations Academy members will have available to them. This Spring Summit promises to be full of learning and camaraderie. [Read More]

Category: Estate Planning, Legal EducationTag: Las Vegas, Academy, CLE, continuing legal education, learning, summit

6 Important Estate Planning Considerations – Part 2: Long-Term Care

Long Term Care

Many considerations must be addressed in an estate plan, not just who gets whatever’s left after your death. Long-Term Care expenses are an ever-increasing concern. Your estate plan should consider how those expenses would get paid. This article looks at several ways to plan for those expenses. [Read More]

Category: Legal Education, Estate PlanningTag: trust, Medicare, LTC, Estate Planning, retirement, Insurance, Long Term Care, Medicaid

6 Important Estate Planning Considerations – Part 1: Incapacity

Incapacity

One of the most important considerations in an estate plan is incapacity planning. This article describes how an estate plan provides incapacity planning and the documents which may be used to accomplish that planning. It also looks at how having a plan in place may relieve stress during an emergency. [Read More]

Category: Estate Planning, Legal EducationTag: incapacity, Estate Planning, power of attorney, end-of-life, emergency

What Can Happen if You Don’t Do Inheritance Planning?

Mom And Kid

Inheritance planning is very important in order to make sure that the needs of yourĀ heirs or beneficiaries are met. An inheritance planning attorney can provide you with assistance evaluating the needs of your loved ones who you wish to provide for after you are gone.Ā  Your attorney can help you to address the legal issues … [Read More]

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Hospitals Offer Help to Patients Struggling With Medical Care

Hospital Beds

An elder law attorney can help you to take steps to ensure that you are able to afford medical care if you get sick, hurt, or suffer from age-related infirmities. Many people face difficulty paying medical bills and other healthcare costs, especially if nursing home care becomes necessary. Qualifying for Medicaid could help to ensure … [Read More]

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5 Things Medicaid Lawyers Want You To Know

Old Guy

Medicaid lawyers provide help to clients in making certain they are able to take advantage of important Medicaid benefits when they need them. Medicaid is a vitally important program that provides coverage to millions of seniors — including those seniors who are qualified for Medicare.Ā  Ā  Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates can help you to understand … [Read More]

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Westport Estate Planning Lawyers Explain Key Reasons to Make Advanced Directives

Desk With Writing Stuff

WestportĀ estate planning lawyers help you to be prepared for your future through the creation of legal documents and the use of legal tools that you need to have in place in case something happens to you. While no one likes to think about becoming sick and becoming unable to make medical decisions on their own, … [Read More]

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Top Reasons Your Heirs Would Prefer Trust Administration to Probate

Grandpa And Kid

Trust attorneys atĀ Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates will help you to create aĀ living trust so your assets that are held in the trust can pass throughĀ trust administration instead of having to be passed on toĀ heirs or beneficiaries using theĀ probate process. There are many benefits to creating aĀ living trust, but one of the biggest benefits is that … [Read More]

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