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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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C19 UPDATE: Name Someone Your Medical Power of Attorney and Do It Now

Posted on: March 23, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to have your legal, financial and medical ducks in a row. Sadly, when serious illness strikes it is usually quite rapid and often unexpected. In these times, however, we do have forewarning that we are all at risk of contracting COVID-19, the coronavirus.
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Why Did VA Scrap Its Star Rating System?

Posted on: March 13, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will no longer issue star ratings for its 146 medical centers.
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What Do We Know about Early Onset Dementia ?

Posted on: March 12, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Some health care facilities in our area say they are seeing more cases of early-onset dementia than ever before.
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Planning for Long Term Care Before It’s Too Late

Posted on: March 9, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A strong long-term care plan spells out where you would like to live, how you plan to get around, and who will oversee your financial and health decisions when you’re incapacitated.
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Can a Healthcare Worker Post a Selfie with a Patient ?

Posted on: March 6, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A nurse’s aide at a senior care facility in southern Minnesota who posted a photograph of an elderly patient with Alzheimer’s disease on social media with a demeaning and vulgar message, did not violate state law meant to protect patient privacy, a state court has determined.
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What Do I Need to Know about Medicare in 2020?

Posted on: March 5, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Certain costs are adjusted yearly by the government and can affect premiums, deductibles and other cost-sharing aspects of Medicare. Even though each change doesn’t necessarily involve huge dollar amounts, they can add up and should be factored into your monthly health-care spending.
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Determining guardianship with a Yonkers elder lawyer

How Guardianship is Determined in New York

Posted on: February 27, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In New York, Article 81 guardianship is appointed when an individual is unable to manage personal or financial affairs due to incapacity. Courts require strong evidence before appointing a guardian. A Yonkers elder lawyer can guide families through the complex legal process.
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The High Cost of Medicare Mistakes

Posted on: February 25, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
She recently enrolled in traditional (Parts A, B, and D) Medicare and was hit with huge Part B and Part D monthly premiums. She had no idea why it was so high. After many letters, calls, and meetings with Social Security, she still had no idea.
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When Do I Need an Elder Lawyer?

Posted on: February 13, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Elder law issues can be complex. One wrong word or move can mean the difference between a good result and disaster should you become incapacitated or if other unexpected issues should occur in your senior years. An elder law attorney can help you plan for what will happen, if you should become mentally or physically incapable of taking care of yourself and your own personal business matters.
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Planning Retirement with a Cognitive Decline

Posted on: February 7, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
When a loved one is experiencing cognitive decline, emotional and medical considerations often overshadow the financial planning that needs to happen. This is a potentially costly mistake.
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