Elder Law Attorneys Helping You Plan For The Future
There are several components of estate planning that you need to think about when determining what will happen to your assets after you die. While many people focus on their will, you may also want to think about adding one or more trusts to your broader plan. A trust...
For many middle-class couples, the golden years conjure images of travel, grandkids and a well-deserved rest. But lurking beneath the excitement can be a nagging worry: long-term care. The high cost of nursing homes can quickly deplete a lifetime of savings,...
People often hope that they can rely on Medicare for most of their health needs later in life. Most working adults in Texas qualify for Medicare coverage when they retire, as do their dependent spouses. Older adults can rely on Medicare for many of their basic...
Witnessing the decline of a parent is a very difficult experience. When an older adult has certain health challenges, like Alzheimer's disease, their ability to care for themselves rapidly declines. They may become dependent either on their adult children or on...
People sometimes confuse elder law and estate planning. While many of the tools used for elder law matters are also helpful for estate planning purposes, these two areas of law are definitely different. Estate planning primarily concerns what happens to someone's...
As people age, what they need to live a healthy and comfortable life will evolve as their circumstances shift. If health issues arise later in someone's life, they may require skilled medical support in their homes to continue aging in place. They may also eventually...
Testamentary documents are often a cornerstone of modern estate plans. While people can include a host of different documents in their plans, one of the most the most important documents is the one that describes what will happen to their property and their dependent...
When you create a will, one of your intentions is likely to prevent your loved ones from experiencing conflicts or disputes regarding inheritance. However, a successful challenge to your will can lead to precisely that outcome. Will contests can get ugly, causing...
When making an estate plan, it’s important not to overlook anything. People sometimes neglect to consider just how complicated and useful and estate plan can be. They leave out key elements that could’ve helped them or their family. To help you avoid unfavorable...
Medicaid is a government-run healthcare program that provides medical assistance to individuals with limited income and resources. In Texas, Medicaid is administered by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and provides coverage for a wide range of...