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Will The State Take My Home If I Need Medicaid To Pay For My Care In New York?
Not if you have done asset preservation planning. The state never “takes” your home. However, …
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If my loved one was injured or died in a Minnesota nursing home or assisted living facility, what can I do…?
When a loved one has suffered injury or death due to elder abuse or neglect at a long-term care facility meant to …
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Can a person preserve some assets when they go into a nursing home in Missouri?
One question we often receive from clients and other attorneys is how to protect at least some of a person’s …
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What kind of estate planning do I need in Colorado?
Wills in addition to General Financial Powers of Attorney and Medical Durable Powers of Attorney (POA) are highly …
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How does probate work for an estate in Colorado?
Probate is the legal process under which an estate is established to disperse the decedent's assets …
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How do I get a guardianship or a conservatorship in Colorado?
A guardianship case is started by the filing of a Petition for the Appointment of a Guardian for an Incapacitated …
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Can I Get Power of Attorney in California For My Parents If They Can’t Make Decisions?
The simple answer is no. If California, your parents can name you as their Agent under a Power of Attorney, but …
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Can I sue for elder financial abuse in California?
Suing for financial elder abuse requires first that the claimant is in a legal position to make a claim — he …
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What if I suspect elder financial abuse is occurring in California?
You should report it to local agencies tasked with protecting seniors, including but not limited to local law …
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What Constitutes Undue Influence in California?
How do older adults in California make decisions about important financial issues and healthcare matters? And when …
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Has Someone You Know in California Been a Victim of Elder Abuse?
When you have an elderly loved one who cannot live on his or her own any longer, it can be frustrating to question …
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Can I sue for will or trust fraud in California?
Yes. In California, there are several types of will and trust fraud. One common type of trust fraud involves a …
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