Alabama Elder Law Lawyers

Featured Cities in Alabama

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
What Are The Income And Resource Levels For Medicaid?
Income cap states limit income to three times the SSI benefit level. In 1997 the benefit level is $484 per month and the income cap is $1,452. No spend down is allowed and any excess will … more
Can Medicaid Place A Lien On Property Or Recover Against An Estate?
Aside from the resource rules described above, there are many exemptions, the biggest one being a homestead. However, Medicaid may impose a lien on a recipient`s property under certain limited … more
Are Adult Children Responsible For The Medical Bills Of Their Parents?
In determining Medicaid eligibility of an adult, federal law does not permit states to use the income or resources of nonspouses. States cannot collect reimbursement from these relatives. A … more
What Are Some Guidelines In Writing Up A Will?
The following are some guidelines in writing up a will. The first one is to try to avoid using preprinted forms. The second one is to use the same typewriter and typeface for the whole document. … more