Frequently Asked Questions

• What Rights Do Nursing Home Residents Have?
  Federal and state regulations provide nursing home residents with various rights. Some of those rights are as follows: (1) Residents have a right to know their medical condition and can participate … more
• Are Well Spouses Legally Responsible For Medicaid Expenses Of A Sick Spouse?
  Federal Medicaid law permits states to deem the income and resources of the well spouse as available to the sick spouse. The extent of this deeming depends on whether the sick spouse is at home or … more
• Are Conservators Paid?
  Typically a conservatorship allows the conservator to be paid for his or her services. The conservator is also entitled to attorney fees to seek legal advice. In addition, the court will require a … more

Legal Articles

• How to Help Your Parents Obtain Medical Care
  Medical care is expensive in the United States. Many people assume that they will have adequate coverage through Medicare once they turn 65 years of age. However, Medicare Part A may not cover as much medical care as you think. As people age and typically require more health care, it is especially important for the elderly and their adult children to understand how to obtain … more
• The Top Ten Legal Steps to Take Before You Die
  No one likes to think about dying.   Yet we all know that it is inevitable. Perhaps some of our anxiety about dying could be alleviated if we take the necessary steps to protect our families and our assets. Below, are the top ten legal steps that you should take to protect your family and your assets before you die. 1.      Hire an Estate Planning Attorney : … more

Top Related Elder Law Topics

• Age Discrimination
• Elder Law
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• Medicaid
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Wills and Trusts

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