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As people are living longer and the cost of care continues to rise, many families find themselves asking the same question: How will we pay for long-term care? At Hurley Elder Care Law, we receive calls every day from concerned family members trying to understand their options for care, public benefits, and how to afford…
August is National Make-a-Will Month, so it is a perfect reminder to protect your loved ones by having this essential document in place. Surprisingly, many well-known celebrities died without a will, leaving their estates in chaos. Icons like Prince, Aretha Franklin, and Chadwick Boseman passed intestate, sparking lengthy court battles, strained family relationships, and delayed…
Unique challenges exist at the intersection of ethical decision-making and geriatric care. Even though we have clear ethical principles, the messy realities of patients and families often leave healthcare professionals questioning the best course of action. Does your patient have the right to discharge themselves against medical advice (AMA)? Should you advise a psychiatric hold…
One of the most common questions our elder law firm hears when discussing Medicaid long-term care programs is “will I lose my home”? Families have heard the term ‘Medicaid Estate Recovery’ and are concerned because to most of us, our house is our most meaningful asset both emotionally and financially. Understanding Medicaid Estate Recovery can…
This video explains when it is the right time for you to update your will. It could be due to a divorce, medical diagnosis, death in the family, or simply as time passes and family dynamics change. Hurley Elder Care Law provides insight into this important legal document.
Did you know that August is “National Make a Will Month”? This may not be widely known but we are fully onboard with the intent of this recognition. This is the perfect time to be reminded of the importance of creating or updating your will. Don’t delay creating your will. Why You Shouldn’t Delay Creating…
Families who haven’t engaged in asset protection are often surprised when they discover there’s a claim against the family house filed by Georgia’s Medicaid program. The rules about homeownership and Medicaid can be very confusing! A nursing home resident can own a home and still receive Medicaid benefits because the home is considered an…
Every spring as you change the batteries in your smoke detectors and clean off your outdoor patio for summer cookouts, you should also check if you have all your legal documents up to date. You know you should have a Last Will and Testament (will), but do you have one? As we continue our ‘spring…
Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney Regardless of your health or age, everyone over 18 needs to complete certain legal documents to protect themselves and their family. So what documents do you need in place? Contemplating losing capacity on a permanent or temporary basis is rarely top of mind. But the possibility of an unexpected…
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