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Yes, your important legal documents can be done during the pandemic

  • February 9, 2021
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • COVID-19, Elder Law

Some people have been putting off their estate planning due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Many have also postponed their long-term care planning.   Critical documents such as their Power of Attorney and Health Care Proxy have not been put in place.…

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New York has a New Law Regarding the Power of Attorney

  • January 26, 2021
  • David Cutner
  • Elder Law, Lamson & Cutner Blog

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. …

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Just Out – 2021 Medicaid Regional Rates and Threshold Income & Asset Figures Have Been Published

  • January 5, 2021
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • Elder Law, Lamson & Cutner Blog

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…

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Year-End Planning for Long-Term Care – Five Reasons Why the Time to Act is Now

  • December 8, 2020
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • Elder Law

The end of the year is always busy – but don’t put off planning for your long-term care!  Upcoming changes to New York’s Medicaid program make it more compelling than ever to take action now, if you see long-term care…

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Continuing Education Course – September 2020

  • September 17, 2020
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • Uncategorized

September 24, 2020, 5:30 -7:30 PM Continuing Education Course for Social Workers, Certified Case Managers and Licensed Mental Health Counselors: Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, and Beneficiary Designations COST: None, by arrangement with Artis Senior Living TO SIGN UP: Email Jonathan Rivera, Director…

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5 Reasons A Paid Consultation Makes Sense

  • September 17, 2020
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • Uncategorized

“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…

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David Cutner Will Be Speaking About Estate Planning August 11 and August 13, 2020

  • August 6, 2020
  • Cynthia Kuster
  • Uncategorized

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Breaking News: Changes to Community Medicaid Began October 1st – Act Promptly to Avoid Costly Consequences

  • July 21, 2020
  • David Cutner
  • COVID-19, Elder Law

The New York State budget enacted in April made dramatic changes to the state’s Medicaid Program.  Two key, and extremely consequential, changes are (a) a new 30-month “look back” for Community Medicaid services, and (b) new requirements to qualify for…

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Lamson & Cutner is Hard at Work!

  • July 21, 2020
  • Ben Cutner, Intern
  • COVID-19, Elder Law

The elder care attorneys at Lamson & Cutner are continuing to meet with new and existing clients by Zoom conference or telephone. Clients can update or create their estate plan or long-term care plan from the comfort and safety of…

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Young Adults Need HCPs

  • July 1, 2020
  • Ben Cutner, Intern
  • Lamson & Cutner Blog, Uncategorized

(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…

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