Category archives: Jacksonville
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4 years ago
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The coronavirus pandemic is having a profound effect on the current U.S. economy, and it may have a detrimental effect on Social Security’s long-term financial situation. High unemployment rates mean Social Security shortfalls could begin earlier than projected.
Social Security retirement benefi... [read more]
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4 years ago
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Raising the minimum wage by as little as 10 percent would significantly improve the safety and health of nursing home residents, according to new research.
Most direct care in nursing homes is provided by nursing assistants, who make up about 40 percent of the nursing home workforce and are a... [read more]
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4 years ago
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We're often asked if there are special considerations for creating Estate Plans for new grandparents. Our answer is that there are times in our lives that are considered significant events, when we are wise to create or revisit our Estate Plans, and the wonderful experience of becoming a grandparent... [read more]
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4 years ago
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With the coronavirus pandemic responsible for more than a hundred thousand deaths and disrupting life across the United States, the only way for the country to return to normal is an effective vaccine. When a vaccine is available, Medicare will cover the cost.
Medicare covers vaccines in a variet... [read more]
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4 years ago
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Although people are willing to voluntarily care for a parent or loved one without any promise of compensation, entering into a caregiver contract (also called personal service or personal care agreement) with a family member can have many benefits. It rewards the family member doing the work. It... [read more]
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4 years ago
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We're often asked if there are special considerations for creating Estate Plans for retirees. Our answer is that there are times in our lives that are considered significant events, when we are wise to create or revisit our Estate Plans, and retiring is definitely one of these times.
Whether you ... [read more]
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4 years ago
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We're often asked if we can help people who live or own real property out of state with either their own, or their loved ones', Estate Planning and Elder Law needs. Our answer is yes, there are many ways we can help them.
The ways our Florida Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys ... [read more]
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4 years ago
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During this period of ongoing concern about the rise of reported coronavirus cases in Florida, we are here continuing to help clients. While much seems uncertain now, we want to reassure you that our Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys are here for you, actively practicing, and that we are ready... [read more]
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4 years ago
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning residents of long-term care facilities and their families that some facilities may unlawfully require residents who are on Medicaid to sign over their $1,200 pandemic relief checks.
“This is not just a horror story making the rounds. These a... [read more]
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4 years ago
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Chronic understaffing. Low-wage caregivers. Difficulty containing infections. These are problems that nursing homes faced in the best of times but that have proved especially deadly as the coronavirus pandemic has spread like wildfire though long-term care facilities. In response, many states have m... [read more]
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4 years ago
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A major concern many of people have is how they can make sure that their loved ones are taken care of in the event of their incapacity or death. A solution to this significant worry is by addressing your concern with proper Estate Planning. Our Florida Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys cre... [read more]
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4 years ago
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Access to affordable medical care is especially important during a global health crisis. You should be aware that federal law prevents states that have accepted increased Medicaid funding from terminating Medicaid benefits while the coronavirus health emergency continues.
The Secretary of Hea... [read more]
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