December 2018 | Grady H. Williams, Jr. LL.M, Attorneys at Law

Monthly archives:December 2018

Helping Seniors
6 years ago
Our firm was proud to be a sponsor of several local seniors as part of the Jacksonville Bar Association Holiday Project in partnership with Aging True and Meals on Wheels. Members of our team enjoyed taking gifts to Jacksonville residents and giving back to these members of our community. Ma... [read more]

Wishing You And Your Family Happy Holidays and A Happy New Year!
6 years ago
As we enjoy Celebrating Christmas and the Holiday season this and next week, our attorneys are seeing a few clients by appointment, but our offices are closed to allow us to spend time with our families and loved ones. With the end of 2018 upon us, and a New Year approaching, we want to take a momen... [read more]

Gifts to Family Members Can Affect Medicaid Eligibility
6 years ago
One question we are often asked by clients is if giving financial gifts to their family members will affect them adversely if they need to apply for Medicaid to cover the cost of nursing home care. Our response is that while current federal law permits gifts up to $15,000 annually, per individual, w... [read more]

For First Time, Median Cost of Private Nursing Home Room Hits Six Figures in Annual Survey
6 years ago
The median cost of a private nursing home room in the United States increased to $100,375 a year in 2018, up 3 percent from 2017, according to Genworth's Cost of Care Survey, which the insurer conducts annually. At the same time, Genworth reports that the median cost of a semi-private room in... [read more]

Be Careful About Putting Only One Spouse's Name on a Reverse Mortgage
6 years ago
A recent case involving basketball star Caldwell Jones demonstrates the danger in having only one spouse's name on a reverse mortgage. A federal appeals court has ruled that an insurance company may foreclose on a reverse mortgage after the death of the borrower, Mr. Jones, even though Mr. Jones’ wi... [read more]

2018 Midterms Raise Accessibility Concerns
6 years ago
As the midterm elections approach, disability rights advocates are concerned about whether all eligible voters with disabilities will, in fact, have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote. About 35 million eligible voters in the U.S. have a disability – close to one in six. Although ... [read more]

New Law Mandates Creation of a Bill of Rights for Air Travelers with Disabilities
6 years ago
It may soon be a new day for airline travelers with disabilities. In a groundbreaking development, a new law directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to create a bill of rights for passengers with disabilities to protect their right to fly free of discrimination. The change is part of th... [read more]

Heather Germann Joins Firm As Legal Assistant
6 years ago
We are proud to announce that Heather Germann has joined our firm as a Legal Assistant. Heather is an Orange Park/Middleburg native who graduated from Ridgeview High School. She has been married to her husband, Patrick for 11 years, and they have a five year old daughter, Brianna. Heather has... [read more]

Social Security Payments, Medicare Premiums and Deductibles, to Rise in 2019
6 years ago
Social Security payments are set to grow next year, although for some recipients the extra income will be slightly offset by an increase in Medicare premiums and deductibles. Announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA) on October 11, 2018, and effective December 31, Social Security pay... [read more]