In a state where the cost of living and healthcare can be much higher than in other parts of the country, asset protection for seniors in New Jersey is not just a matter of financial planning; it’s a necessity. The rising costs of long-term care, potential legal judgments, and the complexities of estate taxes can…
Navigating the legal landscape can be confusing and requires specialized knowledge and experience. One area that may raise questions is the difference between elder law and regular law. Understanding this distinction is crucial, especially when protecting the interests of our community’s seniors. Let’s visit the difference between elder and regular law in this blog, helping you recognize when it might be advantageous to consult an elder law attorney rather than a regular, non-specialized attorney.
On April 22, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the long-awaited regulations on minimum staffing in nursing homes. This was a culmination of a two-year process, including a request for information, a study, and a comment period. Although the final rule is well below the 4.2 hours of direct care per resident per day,…
At our firm, we’re often asked how to transfer a car title from deceased family members. Until recently, in New Jersey, transferring a title required a trip to the local DMV office, which sometimes needed a significant wait time. However, in May 2023, New Jersey enacted a new “transfer on death” law for motor vehicles….
Interprofessional collaboration is a vital part of elder care, bringing together resources and expertise from different areas in order to assist a family or individual. According to the World Health Organization, health care is undergoing a significant transformation to reduce cost while improving quality and client experience. Interprofessional collaboration (IPC) and education are viewed as…
The details of the Biden administration’s scaled-back budget bill titled the “Build Back Better Act” are out after several months of negotiations among Democratic lawmakers. Although there is a great deal out of the bill, such as Medicare coverage for dental and vision, the good news for elder care advocates is the $150 billion dedicated…
It is my personal opinion that there is no place for politics in elder care law. I recently discussed the election during a dinner conversation with a friend. We discussed our political views and opinions. He correctly observed he never sees political opinions on my Facebook or LinkedIn pages. He inquired why I chose not…
On February 1, 2000, I began a journey to an unknown destination. On this day twenty years ago, I opened my elder care law office. If you were to tell me twenty years later we would expand to six offices in NJ and PA, employ thirty team members, including five attorneys and six geriatric social…
