Your final wishes can come into conflict with a variety of state and federal laws. In our blog, we explore how current U.S. laws affect the amount of your assets that can be passed on to beneficiaries, and examine how California legislation affects Medi-Cal eligibility, probate, taxation, and other financial considerations.
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The Tragic Legacy of Larry KingDuring his career, Larry King married seven women and had five children with several of them.
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What a Divorce Means for Estate PlanningDivorce is rarely an easy process. There is a lot of stress and emotion involved. There are many factors to consider that may also change over time.
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Residents of nursing homes are protected by the policies of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid ServicesNursing homes face a variety of public health challenges from infectious diseases like the flu and COVID-19. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, outlines specific policies and protocols for residential health facilities.
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The Importance of Crucial Conversations When It Comes to Advance DirectivesIt is one of the most challenging things we will ever face in our lives to contemplate our own death. Yet it is very important to think carefully about the medical treatment we would want for that challenging time.
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The Role of Structured Settlements in Funding Special Needs TrustsThe award you receive from a personal injury lawsuit can be received in a lump sum or as a structured settlement. You may opt for a substantial initial amount with lesser succeeding payments to provide for lost income.
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How to Research the Best Eldercare for Your Loved OnesThe government underfunds long-term care facilities, according to some sources
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When It Comes to Estate Planning, How Should a Timeshare Be HandledDuring the purchase of a timeshare in a holiday resort, the resort agent recommended that Mom and Dad sign a deed leaving the share to their children, so that after their passing, the children could continue to enjoy it.
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Getting Ready for a Crisis: A Guide for CaregiversIt is a dangerous world out there. Even if everything goes well, taking care of someone else's needs can cause stress.
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The Estate Planning Guide for CryptocurrencyDigital assets have largely rendered traditional estate planning elements obsolete. Crypto-assets may comprise significant individual wealth in the forms of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and noncurrency blockchain tokens.
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Ensure You Have an Up-To-Date Estate PlanWhen you go through big life changes like births, marriages, divorces, and moving to a new state, you should review your estate planning documents periodically.
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Is It Necessary to Disinherit Your Special Needs Child for Benefit Protection?In protecting the futures of their children with special needs, families face unique challenges and opportunities.
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The Pitfalls of Beneficiary DesignationsYou Might Think That Leaving Your Property to Your Heirs Would Be Simple Enough.