Risks and Rewards: DIY versus Attorney
Have you ever watched a home remodeling show on HGTV and thought, “I can do that.” Or sat in awe while Bobby Flay masterfully prepared a mouthwatering meal in a matter of minutes, all the while thinking, “How easy!” When you don’t know what you don’t know, you often overestimate your skills and that’s where […]
Don’t Make Life Harder (Just Get Advance Directives!)
Planning for end-of-life sounds like a bummer. For the young and healthy, the thought of making decisions about a far-off event may seem a bit premature. And spending money on advance directives? To the uninformed, this may be the most off-putting. It doesn’t take much prompting for an Elder Law Attorney to tell stories about […]
Wrap Up 2023 Strong!
Florida law states that every competent adult has the fundamental right of self-determination regarding decisions about their own health. This includes the right to choose or refuse medical treatment. Do you have advance directives that outline your wishes? Living wills and advance directives for medical care allow you to outline your wishes before a crisis […]
It Takes a Village
Growing older is not meant to be a solo journey. Throughout life, we gather people to our village who become instrumental in our personal growth and enhance our well-being. Some of these people are members of the family we are born into, others are friends who grow to love us like family, and ultimately, in […]
Plan for Healthy Aging
We all picture ourselves sliding into retirement – the absolute picture of health, grabbing wanderlust by the tail. Healthy aging doesn’t happen by accident. We are aware of the (not so) secret tips to healthy aging that involve diet and exercise. However, thoughtful planning and the right Elder Law Attorney are instrumental in enjoying peace […]
Why Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Don’t be fooled. Elder Law Attorneys aren’t just for older people. Regardless of your age, income, or marital and family status, a consultation with an Elder Law Attorney will have a big impact on your future. Elder Law Attorneys specialize in planning for the future. For the “what ifs” in life. And we all know, […]
Incapacity Planning in Florida
What do Florida and Maine have in common? Elderly people. While we currently share the highest numbers of elderly people with the great state of Maine, Florida is on track for a significant increase. By 2030, Florida will see a 34% increase in people 60 and older. Therefore, this group will expand its numbers to […]
Medicaid: It’s a Process
Failing to plan is planning to fail. Perhaps Benjamin Franklin was speaking about Medicaid Planning when he first turned this phrase. It certainly applies. As much as seniors want to “age in place,” few have executed estate planning documents that contribute to the success of that plan. Family members find themselves without the authority to […]
Probate: The Least You Need to Know
The subject of probate can be intimidating. Ask any attorney and they will give you these simple words of advice: Avoid it. But what are we avoiding? With or without a will, assets will be distributed. The main difference is with a will you get to choose who your assets are distributed to. Understanding that […]
Elder Law: An Easy Call to Make
Attorneys can get a bad rap. Especially after decades of TV shows and movies sensationalizing the clever lawyer who yells, bullies, and tricks their way into a winning verdict for their client. We’ve been subtly conditioned to be wary of all lawyers. Know any good lawyer jokes? Of course you do. Some types of lawyers […]