As the population of seniors grows, understanding and recognizing elder law is more important than ever. National Elder Law Month was created to provide knowledge about estate planning, advanced medical directives, guardianship issues, and other legal matters related to aging.…
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on May 5, 2015. As Elder Law attorneys in New York, we constantly recommend our clients execute a durable power of attorney (DPOA) in case of incapacitation due to…
** 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…
Please join Deanna M. Eble, Esq. as she discusses: Am I a Candidate for Medicaid Home Care? Are you in need of home care services but are afraid to get the necessary care because of cost? Are you aware that…
Watch Vincent J. Russo Legal Correspondent on Catholic Faith Network’s CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on May 9th to discuss "What You Need to Know About College Savings Plans" Vincent J. Russo explains how various saving plans…
Please join Deanna M. Eble, Esq. as she discusses: Creating the New Normal for Health Care Directives If you become incapacitated or unable to communicate your wishes, who makes health care decisions on your behalf? How do decisions get made?…
Watch Vincent J. Russo Legal Correspondent on Catholic Faith Network’s CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on March 30th to discuss "Protecting Your Child with Special Needs (the Supplemental Needs Trust)" In this four-part series on Trusts, Vincent…
Watch Vincent J. Russo Legal Correspondent on Catholic Faith Network’s CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on March 16th to discuss "First Party Special Needs Trust and Medicaid" Colleen: Vincent, welcome back on your four part series on…
Watch Vincent J. Russo Legal Correspondent on Catholic Faith Network’s CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on March 1st to discuss "Medicaid Home Care: Protecting Your Income” Colleen: Today, we will be addressing Part Two in our Series…
Join Eric J. Einhart, Esq. for his virtual presentation at the ParkerJewish Caregiver's Support Group. "Guardianship: Decision Making for those who lack Capacity" One important value that people of all ages throughout our society hold (especially our seniors), is independence.…