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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.

Learn more about our Elder Law services.

Estate Planning is one part of Elder Law

Handling Guilt When Moving Loved One to Assisted Living Versus Nursing Home

Posted on: December 3, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The majority of older adults (79%) responding to Genworth’s Caregiving in COVID-19 Beyond Dollars Study 2021 said they preferred to receive care in their homes, but only 42% actually received assistance at home.
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Use an experienced Elder Law Attorney

What Does an Elder Law Attorney Do?

Posted on: November 5, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Elder law attorneys can help with a long list of legal matters that seniors often face…
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The Living Trust

Dental, Vision and Hearing Benefits Covered by Medicare?

Posted on: July 29, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Many working-age people assume that Medicare covers just about every kind of health care that an older person may need.
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Co-op and transferring to the kids

What Happens to My Home If I Go to a Nursing Home ?

Posted on: July 23, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My house is in my name and my son’s name. What happens if I need to go into a nursing home?
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Open enrollment mistakes

Elder Financial Abuse - Fraudsters Target Elderly

Posted on: July 5, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Scams target people of all ages, but the most vulnerable tend to be older adults—and the money they lose can have a big impact on their retirement.
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Can I get less in Social Security ?

What Is Elder Law ?

Posted on: June 25, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Elder Law is made up of three major categories, which can be broken down further into deeper topics.
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Long-Distance Caregiver faces challenges

How Can I Be Better Long-Distance Caregiver for Dad?

Posted on: June 24, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Long pandemic lockdowns forced many older adults to become comfortable with video calls to stay connected with family. That, in turn, means that long-distance caregivers have a better way to see how their loved ones are faring.
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New IRS portability rules

Can I Get a Tax Break for Long-Term Care ?

Posted on: April 30, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.
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Co-op and transferring to the kids

Victory Against Medicaid Penalty for Adults Caring for Parents at Home

Posted on: April 19, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Advocates are celebrating an important victory for individuals who provide care for their parents at home. The new decision will likely lead to a substantial expansion in the number of homes transferred to those caregivers.
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What debts are owed when parents die?

Does My Family have to Pay My Credit Card Debt when I Die?

Posted on: April 8, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Especially with the average U.S. household having $7,027 in revolving credit card debt and Americans owing a total of $416.1 billion in credit card debt, according to a recent Nerdwallet study, some Americans will have credit card debt for the rest of their lives. However, what happens to credit card debt when you die?
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