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In a major win for nursing home residents and their families, the U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the right to sue government-run nursing homes under the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act (FNHRA). In a 7-2 decision, the court decided that these plaintiffs could seek relief in federal court. Background of the CaseIn 2019, the family… Continue reading Supreme Court Preserves Right to Sue Public Nursing Homes

For the one in five families who care for children with special needs, estate planning is crucial. Parents of a child with a disability face numerous challenges and concerns. One 2022 study found that getting sick stands among these parents’ biggest worries. about what will happen to their children if they get sick. They wonder… Continue reading Your Will Can Protect Your Children With Disabilities

Why Plan Your Estate? The knowledge that we will eventually die is one of the things that seems to distinguish humans from other living beings. At the same time, no one likes to dwell on the prospect of their own death. But if you postpone planning for your demise until it is too late, you… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Estate Planning

When individuals cannot manage their finances, courts can appoint guardians. Financial guardianship is for those who need help handling money. Depending on the jurisdiction, financial guardianship may also be called guardianship of the estate or conservatorship. In cases where individuals need help with personal and financial decisions, the court can order guardianship of the person… Continue reading When Does Someone Need Financial Guardianship?

Life estates are ways for you to transfer property to another party while retaining the right to live there until you pass away, or some other event occurs. As the grantor of the life estate deed, you become a life tenant of the property. What Is a Lady Bird Deed? Lady Bird Deeds, technically known… Continue reading Lady Bird Deeds: A Different Kind of Life Estate

Although in many situations the advantages outweigh the disadvantages when selecting beneficiaries, there are always exceptions. What Is a Beneficiary? Beneficiaries are individuals who you select to receive money, various other assets, or specific bequests (such as sentimental items) upon your death. You can name these individuals in estate planning documents such as a will.… Continue reading What Are the Drawbacks of Naming Beneficiaries?

The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, which went into effect in 2020, changed how beneficiaries of inherited retirement accounts must withdraw these funds. The Act’s passage made it more difficult for individuals to pass their retirement savings on to their heirs without tax liability. The 10-Year Rule Generally speaking, beneficiaries of… Continue reading Inherited Retirement Accounts: Minimizing Tax Consequences

he No Surprises Act is a federal law enacted to protect patients from unexpected medical bills incurred on or after January 1, 2022. It aims to address the issue of surprise medical billing, which can occur when patients receive unexpected charges for their medical care. The Act applies to out-of-network emergency services, out-of-network air ambulance services, and… Continue reading How No Surprises Act May Help With Unexpected Medical Bills

While the internet makes our lives more convenient, it also adds new complications.  For example, what happens to all our online data and assets if we become disabled or die? Whether or not we spend half our lives responding to devices, we all transact a lot of our daily business online — buying items on… Continue reading Four Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Digital Estate

Starting an estate plan can be overwhelming, and you probably have many questions. You are not alone. Below are eight questions people often ask about last wills and testaments as they begin to think about estate planning. 1. Aren’t Wills Only for Wealthy People? This is a common myth. Last wills and testaments (also known simply… Continue reading 8 Frequently Asked Questions on Last Wills and Testaments