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Elder Law is a legal practice area that focuses on the unique legal issues affecting senior citizens, including estate planning, healthcare, long-term care planning, guardianship, and protection from elder abuse. Elder Law attorneys are equipped to provide legal assistance to seniors and their families, and they understand the complexities and nuances of laws and regulations that affect the aging population.

Overall, Elder Law attorneys work to protect the legal rights and interests of seniors, providing guidance and support to help them navigate the complex legal landscape and plan for a secure and comfortable future.

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Don't put off getting hearing aids.

Putting off Getting Hearing Aids? Don’t—Your Brain Will Thank You!

Posted on: November 26, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A few years ago, researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine gave us yet another reason to worry about getting Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias: They demonstrated an association between hearing loss and cognitive decline.
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Open enrollment mistakes

How Bank Employees Can Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation

Posted on: November 25, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Over half of financial advisors admitted they do not report it, when they see financial exploitation or suspect it is happening.
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Don't put off getting hearing aids.

Remaining Even and Fair in Estate Distribution

Posted on: November 23, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
We have money in savings and retirement accounts, but our most valuable asset is our home. We want to leave our property to our two children equally.
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New rules for Hearing Aids .

How Long-Term Care Services and Supports Compare Across the United States

Posted on: November 22, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
One state might have all the services you need at little or no cost, and a neighboring state might provide much less assistance.
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Work on your Estate Plan

Steps to Take as a Parent’s Condition Takes a Turn

Posted on: November 7, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My father only designated my mom as an agent on power of attorney forms, and they have not been updated in many years. Where do you think we should go from here?
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What debts are owed when parents die?

What Do I Need to Know about Medicare Advantage?

Posted on: November 6, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, is a private insurance alternative to original Medicare.
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Does a trust provide asset protection ?

Do My Heirs Need to Pay an Inheritance Tax?

Posted on: November 4, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Inheritance tax is a state tax on a percentage of the value of a deceased person's estate that's paid by the inheritor of the estate.
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caregiving expenses need to be considered

The Shocking Cost of Caregiving Expenses – and What to Do About It

Posted on: November 1, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Many people end up paying for everyday items, because their elderly parents cannot afford even the necessities of life.
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Estate Planning and Second Marriage

Can I Protect My Daughter’s Inheritance from Her Loser Husband?

Posted on: October 30, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My daughter is getting married soon. What can I do to protect her inheritance after my death?
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Can a BDIT save you on taxes?

How to Keep Charitable Giving After We Are Gone

Posted on: October 29, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Chances are you have one or more charitable causes that you support on an annual basis. It is also likely that you have failed to make any provision for charity whatsoever on your death.
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