The Rising Cost of Long-Term Care
As the U.S. population ages and life expectancies increase, the need for long-term care is becoming an important consideration for many individuals and families.
DetailsBlended Families and Wills in Estate Planning
Estate planning for blended families is key to a smooth inheritance process, especially since probate rules and intestate succession law do not treat step and biological children the same when it comes to inheriting.
DetailsUnderstanding Medicaid: What Does Medicaid Cover?
Though Medicaid exists to help those who need it, navigating the specifics of what it covers and does not cover can be daunting. Here are highlights on the basics of Medicaid coverage.
Details7 Things to Know About Living Wills
What would happen if you became seriously ill or injured and were no longer able to make your health care decisions? A living will can outline your wishes so your loved ones can make informed decisions about your care in an emergency.
DetailsProbate Process: A General Timeline
In general, the probate process moves quickly if the estate has minimal assets and little debt. Larger estates can take anywhere from nine months to a few years, especially with problematic family dynamics.
DetailsWhat You Should Know About Long-Term Care
Elder law attorneys understand the challenges of planning long-term care amidst the shifting care environment. Evaluating costs and developing strategies to pay for long-term care before you actually need it is crucial.
DetailsElder Financial Abuse: How an Elder Law Attorney Can Help
Sadly, there are seemingly limitless financial fraud schemes that affect older Americans. The impact of financial abuse is enormous.
DetailsAmy Stratton & Kristen Prull Moonan Honored by RI Monthly Excellence in Law
Congratulations to Moonan Stratton partners Amy Stratton and Kristen Prull Moonan (pictured here left to right) who were again honored by RI Monthly for professional excellence.
DetailsSupplemental vs. Special Needs Trusts: Any Difference?
You may have heard the terms “special” needs trust and “supplemental” needs trust and wondered what the difference is. The short answer is that there’s no difference. Here’s the long answer.
DetailsSenators Propose Boosting Seniors’ Social Security Benefits
In late March 2024, U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act. The Act centers on changing the formula that the SSA uses to calculate Social Security benefits for older adults.
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