If your application for Medicaid has been denied or not acted upon promptly, you have the right to a fair hearing. Here’s what you need to know: Q: What is a fair hearing? A: A fair hearing is a proceeding before an administrative law judge (ALJ). If you feel that the decision made by the… Read More »
Posts Tagged: Advance Directives
RLG Attorney Kim Christian Will Be Featured On The Boomer Buzz Radio Show!
RLG Attorney Kim Christian Will Be Featured On The Boomer Buzz Radio Show! Learn How Elder Law and Estate Planning can Protect You and Your Family. What legal documents do all seniors need? What can happen if you don’t have an estate plan? Should you give all of your assets away before you pass away?… Read More »
Probate – FAQs
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. Emotions are high and the last thing you want to do is handle your loved one’s estate. Unfortunately, sometimes the probate can’t be avoided. So, what do you need to know about a probate proceeding? FAQs Q: What is a probate proceeding? A: Probate is the legal process… Read More »
Special Needs Planning for your Child
If your child has special needs, there are so many things to think about. Between getting the child help right now and thinking about what happens when they turn 18 and you no longer have the legal authority to make medical and financial decisions; here are two options: Advance Directives – Advance directives, if the young… Read More »
Russo Law Group Sponsors ADRC’s 17th Annual West End Walk for Alzheimer’s
Russo Law Group, P.C. is a proud sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center, Inc.(ADRC) 17th Annual West End Walk For Alzheimer’s! Saturday, September 7th, our staff and friends among other supporters of ADRC will join the walk for Alzheimer’s Disease. The event will take place at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa, NY. The proceeds from this Walk… Read More »
Power of Attorney versus Guardianship
Have you ever been concerned about an aging parent who seems to be making “bad” decisions? Or, have you thought about who will look after you should something tragic happen and you become incapacitated? These are difficult scenarios to think about, but Power of Attorney and Guardianship proceedings can offer peace of mind. In a… Read More »
How Does a Pooled Income Trust Work?
Does your parent need home care, but you just don’t know how you’re going to afford it? Many options exist and determining which financial strategy is best for your loved ones can be hard to decipher. However, one option that can provide you with peace of mind is a pooled income trust. For example, with… Read More »
Why Do I Need a Trust?
No one likes to think about his or her end of life, but you can’t avoid the inevitable. Planning financially for you and your family’s future can help put your mind at ease. Having a solid plan in place can ensure your family is well taken care of after you are gone. As such, a… Read More »
My House Is Owned By A Trust, Can I Still Take Advantage Of The Capital Gains Exclusion?
Recently I received a telephone call from a client looking to sell their home. The home had been transferred to a trust years earlier and they wanted to know if they would qualify for the $250,000 (per resident owner) capital gains exclusion on the sale of their home. Generally speaking, the Internal Revenue Code provides,… Read More »
SSI And The “Able” Account
Kelly is 24 years old. She is on the autism spectrum and is receiving SSI. She is doing her best to be independent, but the monthly stipend is limited and it is difficult to live on her own with minimal funds. What is her best option to keep her benefits and have the means to… Read More »
8th Annual Health Care Professional Open Forum
Please join us for our 8th Annual Elder Law Open Forum for Health Care Professionals on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at The Cuban of Garden City. Health Care professionals are invited to enjoy lunch with some of their colleagues and attorneys of Russo Law Group while receiving updates on elder laws and special needs. The… Read More »
Make Sure That You Have The Right Supplemental Needs Trust!
Recently I received a call from a long-time client in a complete panic. She had been talking to her friend about the planning that they each implemented and the friend insisted that the client established the wrong trust for her niece. The niece is on government benefits and the friend had her convinced that if… Read More »
Trusts – Do I Need One?
Interested in Learning Trusts? We will be hosting free educational seminars entitled, Trusts—Do I Need One? During these seminars, we will be discussing why someone may need a trust and which trust, irrevocable or revocable, would fit their situation best. Join us: August 10th from 9:30 am – 11:30 am at Russo Law Group Bay Shore Office… Read More »
Can I Fight a Nursing Home Discharge?
It can be extremely upsetting to be told by a nursing home that your loved one must leave. Unfortunately, sometimes a nursing home will have an ulterior or nefarious reason to want to discharge a resident from the facility. Perhaps the resident is difficult. Or maybe the family members are being difficult. It may even… Read More »
Just Released—New York Elder Law and Special Needs Practice, 2019 Edition
I am excited to announce the release of an updated and expanded edition of my book, New York Elder Law and Special Needs Practice, which, much to my delight, has been and continues to be a working tool for many elder law and special needs practitioners. The new edition addresses the planning needs of everyone… Read More »