Category Archives: Elder Law

Florida Considers New Laws to Protect Seniors from Scams
It is not surprising that the State of Florida takes the protection of its senior population seriously. After all, the Sunshine State has one of the largest senior populations in the country and it remains a popular location for new retirees. But can you really rely on the government to protect you and your… Read More »

Understanding Chemical Restraints in Palm Beach County Nursing Homes
Chemical restraints represent one of the most subtle and poorly understood examples of senior exploitation. Unfortunately, this is also one of the most common forms of abuse in nursing homes throughout Florida. What can you do if you believe your senior is taking dangerous drugs without a valid reason? Are chemical restraints legal in… Read More »

Items Stolen from Senior’s Nursing Home Room in Palm Beach County: What Should I Do?
Seniors often possess valuable personal items, and they take these items into their assisted living facilities and nursing homes during their twilight years. As a concerned family member, you may be aware of the value of these personal items, and you may notice when they go missing. How do you investigate these thefts? Is… Read More »
The Importance of Proper Beneficiary Designations
Estate Planning Attorneys in Palm Beach County and Martin County FL There are advantages and disadvantages to naming beneficiaries on accounts as a part of your comprehensive estate plan: As each person’s estate plan is meant to be highly individualized and comprehensive, it is of vital importance that your documented plan clearly designates beneficiaries… Read More »
How Thorough Estate Planning Can Help Your Aging Parents
Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys Palm Beach County and Martin County FL Statistics have consistently shown that fewer than half of all Americans have a written Will. Fewer still have a documented, comprehensive estate plan that addresses all their needs, wishes and goals. While everyone 18 and older should have a documented estate… Read More »
How Asset Protection Planning Can Help Safeguard Your Legacy
Asset Protection Attorneys Palm Beach County and Martin County FL Most people spend a lifetime carefully accumulating whatever financial wealth and tangible assets they can, in order to live comfortably, eventually passing the balance of that legacy on to their beneficiaries. Comprehensive and highly-personalized estate plans and elder law measures should include strategies related… Read More »
How Medicaid Planning Today Can Help Pay for Long-Term Care Tomorrow
Medicaid Planning and Elder Law Attorneys, Palm Beach County and Martin County FL The Medicaid program was established to provide medical coverage to low-income American individuals and families for their healthcare needs. Among the benefits provided within Medicaid is financial coverage for those 65 and older, for long-term care in facilities such as assisted… Read More »
Florida Estate Planning Checklist for 2024
Estate Planning Law Firm, Palm Beach County and Martin County FL With a new year upon us, now is the perfect time to create your personal estate plan, or to review and revise your existing plan. Major life events such as births, deaths, divorce, remarriage, adoption or change of your state of permanent residency… Read More »
Florida Elder Exploitation by Financial and Investment Firms
Martin and Palm Beach County Elder Law Firm Elder financial abuse, fraud and exploitation takes many forms and originates from many sources. Over the years, our firm has handled elder exploitation cases involving friends, family, caregivers, and supposedly trustworthy institutions such as financial and investment companies and their employees. It is estimated that losses… Read More »
What to Know About Elder Law in Florida
Martin and Palm Beach County Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys The practice of Elder Law concentrates on uncovering, addressing and documenting the needs for specific legal solutions of people as they age. While not exactly a new area of law, there is a decidedly increased focus on elder law today as our nation… Read More »