Three Considerations for Estate Planning During a Pandemic
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
The possibility of prolonged sickness or even death from COVID-19 has caused many individuals to feel more urgency to prepare advanced directives and undertake other... What Is Divestment Under Medicaid Law?
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Divestment is when you or your spouse give away assets belonging to either or both of you and sell assets for less than fair market... What Is Probate?
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Probate is an often misunderstood but frequently heard term in relation to the death of a loved one. Perhaps in completing your estate planning you... How to Address Family Conflicts Concerning Caregiving for Aging Parents
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Having adult children provide care and support to an aging or ill parent can be very helpful, but in some cases, can be a cause... World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – June 15th
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is June 15th. WEAAD is observed the same date each year and was launched in 2006 by the International... National Healthcare Decisions Day – April 16, 2019
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
National Healthcare Decisions Day was founded in 2008 to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning and... Why Won’t the Bank Honor My Power of Attorney?
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
When you have been appointed as an agent under a Durable General (Financial) Power of Attorney, you presume that financial institutions will honor the document... Seven Things You Need When You are Personal Representative of an Estate
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Being asked to wind up the affairs of a deceased loved one may feel like an honor, but the duties of a Personal Representative, or... Long-Term Care and Insurance Considerations
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Clients often seek the advice of an elder law attorney regarding the best protection for their assets in the event they need long-term care in... Special Needs Estate Planning
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Special needs planning involves parents or caregivers who are interested in ensuring quality of life, advocacy and services to a child or individual with special... Beneficiary Designations
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Clients often ask questions about the use of beneficiary designations in their estate planning. Beneficiary designations can be a convenient way to avoid probate in... Transferring the Residence to a Caregiver Child-Exception to Divestment
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
I’m often asked whether transferring a parent’s residence to an adult child or children will “save the house from the nursing home.” Parents have heard...