** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on November 4, 2016. Parents of children with disabilities must prepare for the day their child becomes an adult. Many factors could influence whether adults with special…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on August 17, 2018. The overall goal of a dementia or Alzheimer’s support group is to provide guidance and assist in meeting the needs of the group.…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on January 20, 2021. New York’s “revocation on death” statute (New York Estates Powers & Trusts Law §5-1.4 ) states that without the express terms of a…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on October 23, 2019. In New York, if an individual passes away without a Last Will and Testament, or if the will is determined to be invalid,…
It is important to discuss your estate plan with your spouse or life partner thoughtfully and carefully. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, it is best to discuss your ideas to present a united goal. This conversation can be…
Although it may not seem that Covid-19 is a thing of the past, according to New York State’s Medicaid program, some of the relaxed rules enacted during the pandemic are quickly coming to an end. What Is Changing? During the…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on April 13, 2022. Do I owe taxes on my inheritance? As qualified NY estate planning attorneys, this is a common inquiry from our clients. The short…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on June 10, 2020. A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a legal document allowing a person (referred to as the principal) to delegate authority related to legal…
Russo Law Group, P.C. is proud to announce our new Partner Diana Lattanzio, Esq. Diana brings over 20 years of experience to Russo Law Group, P.C., where she focuses on elder law, Medicaid planning, estate planning, special needs planning and…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on March 5, 2013. A recent study has shown that when patients with early Parkinson’s disease who respond to drug therapy also receive deep-brain stimulation from an…