Browsing articles in "Elder Law"

Filing Becomes Important As Estate Tax Laws Change Even If Widows Do Not Owe Money

Jan 31, 2012   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Estate Planning, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

A new portability clause in the American tax laws is good news for estate planning but likely cannot be relied upon permanently. The provision allows a surviving spouse to claim [...]

New Probate Laws Open the Door to More Florida Lawsuits

Dec 27, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Estate Planning, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

New laws went into effect in Florida this fall that change the way estates are divided in the event that the deceased did not leave a will and offer opportunity [...]

Taking the First Step in Taking Care of Aging Parents and Preserving Their Finances

Dec 26, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

As baby boomers transition into retirement and their golden years, their adult children are becoming caregivers and counted on to provide financial support. More than 32 percent of adult children [...]

Individuals Need To Seek Legal Guidance on Long Term Care Plans Now That Government Eliminated Program

Nov 24, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

Federal officials recently stopped plans to implement the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) program. This government-run long-term care insurance model has been the subject of an intense evaluation [...]

Veteran’s Appeals

Sep 4, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

An applicant can appeal a VA decision if he or she was awarded only partial benefits or if the claim was denied. Levels of Appeal Regional Office Appeal Once the [...]

Veteran’s Appeals

Sep 2, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Estate Planning, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

An applicant can appeal a VA decision if he or she was awarded only partial benefits or if the claim was denied. Levels of Appeal Regional Office Appeal Once the [...]

Medicare Part D Appeals

Aug 30, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

Each drug plan must have an appeals process. Expedited requests are available. Stages of Review Coverage Determination A coverage determination is issued by the drug plan. It may be requested [...]

Medicare Part D Appeals

Aug 30, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Estate Planning, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

Each drug plan must have an appeals process. Expedited requests are available. Stages of Review Coverage Determination A coverage determination is issued by the drug plan. It may be requested [...]

PART TWO: PRE-SETTLEMENT LENDING IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES

Apr 16, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Estate Planning, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

MECHANICS OF THE LOAN Since a lawsuit itself is essentially the collateral to secure the finance company’s advances, the lending company will obtain information from the personal injury attorney concerning [...]

PART TWO: PRE-SETTLEMENT LENDING IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES

Apr 16, 2011   //   by LawChronicle   //   Elder Law, Legal Articles  //  No Comments

MECHANICS OF THE LOAN Since a lawsuit itself is essentially the collateral to secure the finance company’s advances, the lending company will obtain information from the personal injury attorney concerning [...]

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