In an ideal world, you can make all of your own medical decisions as you age so that you get exactly the care that you want. Unfortunately, the world is often far less than ideal. You may not be able to make all of those decisions. Say, for instance, that you suffer a...
Preserving & Protecting Your Family’s Assets & Legacy
Year: 2020
Traveling and traffic accident risks
If you regularly drive across the country or simply like to visit different parts of the state from time to time, you need to recognize certain risk factors associated with driving in different areas. For example, some drivers who are not familiar with traffic in...
Benefits of adding a trust to your estate plan
New York residents can protect their estate using a variety of financial tools. Although having a will can reduce probate costs and ensure the distribution of your property, it may not meet all your needs. We often help clients establish trusts as part of a...
What are potential signs of undue influence?
New York residents like you work hard to ensure that your estate provides you with everything you need in life. Going a step beyond that, you want to ensure that it provides for your loved ones after your death, too. Thus, you want to ensure that your estate plan...
Why are falls so dangerous?
It is no secret that older individuals are more prone to serious injuries from falls, but you may wonder why falls are so dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention, falls often lead to broken bones and head injuries, especially in older...
How can you transfer your business through your estate plan?
New York business owners like you want to ensure your business stays strong after you pass it on. Because of that, you should be putting time and effort into crafting a good succession plan. You can include this in your estate plan. It is the place to address matters...
Medicaid limits in New York
If your parent needs long-term care, he or she may qualify for Medicaid. However, New York has income and asset limits in place that affect eligibility. Learn more about the financial qualifications for New York Medicaid for seniors who need nursing home assistance....
What people need to know about living wills and health care proxies in New York
Responsible aging New York residents may believe they have completed their estate planning when they have drawn up a will and designated how their assets will be distributed. In truth, however, this is only part of planning for the future. It is wise to prepare for a...
New state program engages the office of the LTCOP
The elderly face many obstacles as they age and their physical and mental capabilities decrease. For those living in assisted living facilities, they often must rely on beneficial regulations and agencies that support their best interests and welfare. A new New York...
Do major life changes affect your estate plan?
New York residents like you create an estate plan. Then what? You may think just creating the plan is enough. But in reality, you need to keep your plan updated constantly. It must reflect your life in the most accurate way at any stage in it. To do this, you need to...
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