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- 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]
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- 7 years ago
- We're often asked why someone needs an Estate Plan from an Elder Law Attorney when there are so many do-it-yourself Wills and Estate Planning documents readily available. Our answer is that as in addition to staying current with all relevant Florida Statutes that may affect our clients and their fam... [read more]
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- 7 years ago
- We are often asked by caregivers how they can manage their duties of helping the seniors in their lives and be prepared to meet the needs for their futures too. Our answer is that depending on their situation, we can help them better manage their vital caregiving roles and protect themselves with ap... [read more]
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- 7 years ago
- Caring for an elderly parent can be stressful for families. Siblings may disagree over how to provide care or where a parent will live, and if these squabbles escalate into a guardianship battle, it can cost the family thousands of dollars. To avoid this, lawyers have begun drafting sibling agreemen... [read more]
- 7 years ago
- You may be afraid of losing your home if you have to enter a nursing home and apply for Medicaid. While this fear is well-founded, transferring the home to your children is usually not the best way to protect it. Although you generally do not have to sell your home in order to qualify for Med... [read more]
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- 7 years ago
- We are often asked by caregivers how they can protect a loved one's home, if they need to have skilled at-home or nursing home care and cannot afford the high costs to cover these services or facilities. Our answer is that with appropriate legal strategies we can help them get financial assistance t... [read more]
