May 11, 2023, marked the end of the Covid Public Health Emergency (PHE). The conclusion of the PHE also ended a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) that kept people continuously enrolled in Medicaid programs…
Legal disputes arising during the probate process, the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate, are known as probate litigation. When someone passes away, their assets and debts must be settled and distributed according to their valid…
In order to protect your legacy and your heirs from excessive taxation, you should apply tax avoidance principles to wealth transfer. Still, it requires careful planning and oversight to ensure techniques don’t cross the line to tax evasion.…
Federal and state law changes are making estate planning more dynamic than ever to efficiently manage and disperse a person’s estate. These laws affect estate planning tax, trust, and charitable strategies, and the higher your net worth, the…
Your estate plan should be created with the help of a professional team to provide you with the best advice and legal documentation to ensure your legacy is protected for future generations. Aside from an estate planning attorney,…
The transfer of assets for the benefit of a child with special needs requires careful planning to protect their needs-based government benefits. It is also important to protect those assets against later claims after your death and, in…
The cornerstone of philanthropy has long been charitable giving. People enjoy making meaningful contributions to causes that are close to their hearts. For those who wish to support charitable organizations while also benefiting from tax advantages and income…
Consider being sick and deciding whether you can afford medical care before seeking help. Unfortunately, for many Americans, seeking medical care hinges on affordability rather than medical necessity. About half of US adults have gone without or delayed medical care…
A power of attorney is an essential tool when you are preparing for a day when you will be incapacitated and a trusted agent will need to handle your affairs on your behalf. These legal documents can grant…
The Medicaid agency reviews a beneficiary’s eligibility for continued Medicaid coverage during the Medicaid redetermination process. Typically, this process occurs annually. However, during the pandemic, the federal government enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), requiring continuous Medicaid enrollment…