Elder Law
As we begin 2026, I find myself both proud and deeply grateful. 2025 was a record-breaking one for Hurley Elder Care Law, and it also marks the beginning of something especially meaningful to me—our 20th year serving older adults and their families across Georgia. A Clear Vision When I founded this firm, I had a…
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As we enter 2026, the team at Hurley Elder Care Law wishes you a happy, healthy, and well-planned New Year. A new year often brings important changes in elder law, including updated VA Aid and Attendance benefit amounts and revised income and asset limits for Nursing Home Medicaid. To help keep families informed, we have updated our annual…
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As Thanksgiving approaches, our team at Hurley Elder Care Law is reflecting on the many blessings we experience each day. Gratitude means appreciating what you have whether it be the ordinary or the difficult. We are deeply grateful to our clients who trust us during some of life’s most important moments, to our referral partners…
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Recently, I spoke with a longtime senior industry professional and friend. He and his wife had completed their estate planning with another firm about five years ago, but were now concerned that their trust seemed overly complicated and unclear. He asked if we could review it, and I gladly offered to schedule a consultation.…
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Choosing the right elder law attorney is a crucial step in planning for the future and ensuring your loved one receives the care and protection they need. Not all attorneys are equipped to handle the complex issues of aging, long-term care, and public benefits. So how do you choose an elder law attorney? Asking the…
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The Growing Impact of Alzheimer’s As of 2025, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 7 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease—a number projected to nearly double to 13 million by 2050. The financial toll is staggering: total annual care costs are projected to reach $384 billion this year and nearly $1…
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At Hurley Elder Care Law, we know that elder law can seem overwhelming, especially with so much misinformation floating around. That’s why “busting elder law myths” blogs are always a favorite — we’re passionate about helping families feel informed and empowered as they navigate the long-term care journey. Busting Elder Law Myths — The real…
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Choosing the right elder law attorney can make all the difference when caring for aging loved ones. Many clients need more than just a simple will or power of attorney—they need a comprehensive, elder-centered approach that provides legal, financial, and emotional support. Life Care Planning Model At Hurley Elder Care Law, we take pride in…
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Last week, our team attended the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association’s (LCPLFA) annual conference in Florida. It was energizing to be surrounded by other Life Care Planning law firms that practice holistically and offer legal services, care coordination, and advocacy support for aging clients and their families. What Is Life Care Planning? Life Care…
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This week, we continue our “Women and Aging’ blog series. Becoming single later in life—whether due to the death of a spouse or a gray divorce—can be emotionally overwhelming and financially complex. Women, in particular, face unique challenges. Studies show that widows experience a 37% decline in household income, while divorce after 50 (often called…
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