Refer to our regularly updated blog to learn about a variety of family law and asset protection issues in New York, as well as concerns related to elder law and bankruptcy. We provide these posts to help prospective clients better understand their legal options so they can make informed decisions about how to best proceed with their case. If you would like to discuss your issue further, contact our office to schedule a consultation with attorney Theodore Alatsas.
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If You Have ALS, You Need to Plan for a Medical Power of AttorneyMaking your medical wishes known ahead of time is critical when dealing with a progressive disease like ALS. Learn how an elder law attorney can help.
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Do You Have a Personal Property Memorandum?When a parent dies, family members often end up arguing over mom or dad’s favorite items.
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John Oliver of HBO describes the process of filing for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 BankruptcyChapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy are the most commonly exercised options for consumers to get out of debt.
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Beware of Undue InfluenceAs our loved ones age and become elderly, they also become more suseptable to manipulation from those who defraud or steal.
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Important Changes to New York’s Medicaid Lookback Rules You Need to Know AboutWhile federal rules remain the same, state Community Medicaid has seen a major change that could have serious financial consequences for you and your family.
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You Need More Than Just A WillWhile a will is a necessary document, it is still a relatively simple document that may not cover everything you want it to.
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What’s the Fiduciary Rule?Now that financial advisors no longer are legally bound to meet the fiduciary standard, they are instead beholden to something known as the suitability standard
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Key Differences Between Estate Planning & Elder LawBoth elder law and estate planning are critical for everyone, regardless of age. However, there are several distinctions between the two you should know about.
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Treating Late-Life AnxietySome reports estimate between 10 and 20% of seniors have generalized anxiety.
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Estate Planning During the COVID-19 PandemicWhat is the status of your will? When did you last review it? Have you moved? Does your will reflect the laws of the state in which you live?
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What You Need to Know When Considering Bankruptcy as a Senior CitizenMore seniors are declaring bankruptcy to deal with debt these days, but there are pitfalls and other options you need to know about before taking this route.
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Why It's Important To Know What Fiduciary MeansIf you are named as a guardian, executor of a person’s will, trustee, or power of attorney, the law calls you a “fiduciary.”