Update: The implementation date for the "look back" has been extended from July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2022, and may be pushed back again. This means that you have a few more months before the increased restrictions take effect. …
If you’re thinking about estate planning, good for you! Your goal is to make sure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Here’s a list of the steps you need to take to ensure that happens. Note that…
The Power of Attorney (“POA”) is an important document most people should have, particularly seniors. The POA gives authority to an agent you choose to act on your behalf with regard to the matters and issues specified in the document. …
2021 Quick Summary Chart for New York Medicaid Levels Key Information: Asset ("Resource") Eligibility Levels Maximum Home Equity that does not count towards Resources Income Eligibility Levels "Regional Rates" used to calculate the Nursing Home Penalty Period Printable Version: 2021…
“Free Elder Law Consultation” – or -- “I Just Need a Will”: Two Misguided Ideas 5 Reasons Why a Comprehensive Paid Consultation with an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney is a Valuable Investment If you’re concerned about how your “golden…
(Note about the Author: Ben Cutner, a rising junior at Davidson College, is interning with Lamson & Cutner this summer. He is interested in the possibility of pursuing a legal career. We asked him to write a brief article on…
The Baby Boomers are aging, and they are ever more computer-savvy. A recent New York Times article discussed a number of start-up companies that are trying to appeal to the ‘online shopping’ crowd, even for end-of-life issues. You can shop online…
It seems as though the Alzheimer’s Association has branches and a presence everywhere. But a little over a year ago, the organization decided to shift its focus away from localized programming and support services. That led the New York City…
I am frequently asked this question. Some people see Elder Law and estate planning as two distinct practice areas. As an Elder Law attorney, I see them as being closely related. Estate planning is concerned with the distribution of your…
Lamson & Cutner’s Continuing Education courses for Social Workers were featured in the October issue of the American Bar Association Journal. Beginning in January 2015, Social Workers in New York have been required to complete 36 hours of continuing education…