Posts by Miles Hurley
AI Platforms and Elder Law
As artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude become more common, many families are turning to them for quick answers to important elder law questions. While these AI platforms can be helpful for general education, they can also create confusion and risk when relied on for legal guidance. Elder law is highly complex and…
Read MoreUnderstanding Medicaid Estate Recovery in 2026: What Families Need to Know
One of the most common questions we hear at Hurley Elder Care Law is: Will Medicaid take my home? This concern often stems from confusion about Medicaid Estate Recovery. Understanding how this program works can help families plan with confidence and avoid unnecessary stress. What Is Medicaid Estate Recovery? Medicaid Estate Recovery is a program…
Read MoreNursing Home Medicaid: Exempt and Countable Assets
You have continued to stick with us the past few weeks as we have discussed Georgia Nursing Home Medicaid. Thank you! We know it is a bit tedious, but it is important. This week we are focusing on one of the most important and often misunderstood topics: exempt and countable assets. If you or a…
Read MoreNursing Home Medicaid for Individuals in Georgia
As the cost of long-term care continues to rise, many families find themselves asking an important question: How will we afford nursing home care? For individuals in Georgia, Nursing Home Medicaid is often the answer, but understanding how it works, especially when it comes to income, can feel overwhelming. What Is Nursing Home Medicaid? Medicaid…
Read MoreWhat Does “Medicaid Planning” Really Mean?
Families often hear the term “Medicaid planning,” but many are unsure what it involves. The reality is that when a loved one requires skilled nursing care, one of the first questions families ask is how they will cover the cost. In the Atlanta area, nursing home care can exceed $10,000 a month. Even families who…
Read MoreHow will we pay for long-term care?
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…
Read MoreSocial Work Month
March is a significant month! It celebrates Social Work Month. We want to take this chance to honor the many social workers who support vulnerable populations and help improve countless lives. This year’s theme, “Social Workers: Uplift. Defend. Transform,” perfectly captures the essence of these professionals. The History of Social Work It’s interesting to learn…
Read MoreLessons Learned: Delays in Planning Lead to Years of Probate Problems
Over the past few weeks, we have shared former client Bill’s story and how a delay in planning led to years of probate problems, emotional distress, and unnecessary stress for his family. While every situation is unique, the lessons from this case are universal. Most families who experience these probate problems never expected to be…
Read MoreProbate Problems: What Happens When There’s No Trust
A Real-Life Estate Planning Series — Part 3 In the first two posts of this series, we discussed how Bill, a former Hurley Elder Care Law client, chose to delay planning, which led to a long, unnecessary probate process. This week, we want to take a closer look at probate itself and how things can…
Read MoreThe Power of a Trust: Why It Matters More Than You Think
A Real-Life Estate Planning Series — Part 2 Last week, we shared the start of Bill’s story and how delaying planning caused a tough probate process for his family. This week, we want to take a step back and explain the tool that could have made a difference: a revocable living trust. What Is a…
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