Category archives: Florida
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7 years ago
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Included in the new tax bill, signed by President Trump on December 22, is a provision that could provide some temporary relief for families with high medical expenses.
Federal law currently allows families with medical expenses exceeding 10 percent of their adjusted gross incomes to deduct c... [read more]
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7 years ago
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One question that we're often asked by clients who are parents of minor children is how they can make sure that their children are provided for in the event that they cannot do so. Our answer is that, in addition to having their own Advance Directive and Estate Planning tools in place, such as a Dur... [read more]
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7 years ago
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We are proud to announce that Zachary M. Altenbach, J.D. has joined our firm as an Associate Attorney.
Mr. Altenbach knew from an early age he wanted to pursue a career in law. He attended the University of Florida and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in History and Political Science. As ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Medicaid has strict asset rules that compel many applicants to "spend down" their assets before they can qualify for coverage. It is important to know what you can spend your money on without endangering Medicaid eligibility.
In order to be eligible for Medicaid, applicants must have no more ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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January’s pets of the month are Kali, Tig, and “E” Hickman, Attorney Alison and her husband Mike Hickman’s three cats.
Kali is a female calico that they adopted from the Safe Animal Shelter in 2012 at 7 weeks old. She lives indoors but loves to sit on the porch, look out the windows at birds,... [read more]
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7 years ago
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One question that we're often asked by elderly or ill clients is if he or she can create a personal service agreement to financially compensate their caregiver for the services they provide. Our answer is that a personal services contract is an excellent way to formalize this arrangement, which can ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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As we enjoy Celebrating Christmas and the Holiday season this and next week, our office is still open with limited hours, to allow us to spend time with our families and loved ones--and help you with your Elder Law and Estate Planning needs. With the end of 2017 upon us, and a New Year approaching, ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Families of people with special needs often face unusually high travel expenses. Medical emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances may require travel to care for their loved ones at a moment’s notice. Or family members may simply need to travel in order to visit the person with special needs.
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7 years ago
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Thank you to the many clients, friends, and family who supported our annual toy drive for the J.P. Hall Annual Christmas Party for underprivileged children.
The 36th Annual Christmas Party for Clay County’s underprivileged children was held on Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at the Clay County Fair... [read more]
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7 years ago
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We're often asked what it means to be an Elder Law Attorney, and if it is the same as being an Estate Planning Attorney. Our answer is that while Estate Planning is an important aspect of Elder Law, an Elder Law Attorney is concerned with much more than just creating Wills and Trusts. Elder Law Atto... [read more]
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7 years ago
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The announcement of the 2018 Medicare premium is good news for some beneficiaries and bad news for many others. The good news is that the standard monthly Part B premium, which about 30 percent of Medicare beneficiaries pay, will again be $134 next year, unchanged from 2017.
But most Medicar... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Tripod has been a member of Grady and Peggy's family since the early 2000s.
When Grady and Peggy's children Allen and Allison were attending Ridgeview High School a friend let them know that Tripod needed a home, and the rest is history. After adopting Tripod as a Kitten, both Allen and A... [read more]
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