Elder Law

Tougher Reverse Mortgage Rules To Take Effect

Jan 30, 2015

Beginning March 2, 2015, borrowers will have to pass a financial assessment before they can take out...

Even Annual Exclusion Gifts Are Counted By Medicaid

Nov 16, 2014

Many people believe that if they give away an amount equal to the annual gift tax exclusion – curr...

7 Things To Review During The Medicare Open Enrollment Period

Nov 16, 2014

Medicare beneficiaries will get an opportunity to make changes to their Medicare Part D coverage bet...

Even Annual Exclusion Gifts Are Counted By Medicaid

Nov 16, 2014

Many people believe that if they give away an amount equal to the annual gift tax exclusion – curr...

How Parents Can Provide For A Caregiver Child

Aug 14, 2014

Taking care of a parent can be a full-time job. Children may have to give up paying jobs in order to...

Report Reveals Thefts From Nursing Home Trust Funds

Feb 18, 2014

An investigative report has found that many nursing homes are mishandling resident’s funds. USA...

Understanding Medicaid’s Spousal Asset Protection Rule

Oct 26, 2013

Medicaid law provides special protections for the spouses of Medicaid applicants to make sure the sp...

Selecting A Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

Oct 26, 2013

Selecting a Medicare prescription drug plan has become increasing more complex. These tips are what ...

Best And Worst States For Nursing Homes Care?

Oct 26, 2013

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states there are about 16,100 nursing homes in ...

Supreme Court Upholds Case Striking Down Pooled Trust Age Limit

Jan 18, 2013

The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear a case involving Pennsylvania’s pooled trust age limit....