Heirs, Assets, and Arguments: Why Elder Law Attorneys Are Key in Probate Litigation -
Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to heirs or beneficiaries and debts are settled....more
6/30/2025
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Elder Care ,
Elder Issues ,
Estate Planning ,
Heirs ,
Living Will ,
Minor Children ,
Prenuptial Agreements ,
Probate ,
Special Needs Adults ,
Special Needs Trust
A geriatric care manager (GCM) is a professional who specializes in assisting older adults and their families with managing the challenges of aging. These experts come from various backgrounds, including social work, nursing,...more
New Jersey Officially Introduces Driver’s License Notation for Autistic Motorists -
Autistic motorists in New Jersey, as well as their parents/guardians, are now able to request that their autism diagnoses be notated on...more
3/31/2025
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Beneficiaries ,
Disabilities ,
Disability Discrimination ,
Driver's Licenses ,
Elder Care ,
Elder Issues ,
Guardianships ,
Inheritance ,
Mental Health ,
Motor Vehicles ,
New Jersey ,
Special Needs Adults ,
State and Local Government ,
Transportation Industry ,
Trusts
The Great Wealth Transfer: Preparing the Next Generation -
The great wealth transfer is underway in America. Through 2045, Baby Boomers will pass down approximately $84 trillion to Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X. But what...more
12/31/2024
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Beneficiaries ,
Elder Care ,
Elder Issues ,
Estate Planning ,
Financial Planning ,
Healthcare ,
Inheritance ,
Mental Health ,
Special Needs Adults ,
Special Needs Children ,
Trusts ,
Wealth Management ,
Wills
Research has increasingly shown a connection between loneliness and adverse health outcomes, including a higher risk of premature death, serious health issues, and elevated suicide rates. Loneliness—a sense of disconnection...more
Recent coverage from reputable news sources such as The New York Times and Associated Press has brought renewed attention to the detrimental effects of Medicaid estate recovery on families. Understanding Medicaid: Medicaid...more
Check out our April Elder Law and Special Needs newsletter! Our legal team explores important topics including beneficiary designations and the recent updates to the Medicaid divisor, which came into effect this month....more
5/2/2024
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Cy Pres Funds ,
Disabilities ,
Domestic Workers ,
Elder Care ,
Elder Issues ,
Estate Planning ,
Home Health Care ,
Inheritance Tax ,
Medicaid ,
Medicare ,
Probate ,
Public Records ,
Special Needs Children ,
Wills
Our February Elder Law and Special Needs newsletter is now available! In this issue, our attorneys delve into timely topics such as recent legislative developments in New Jersey. Specifically, we explore new laws designed to...more
3/1/2024
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Disability Benefits ,
Disabled Children ,
Driver's Licenses ,
Elder Care ,
Food Stamps ,
Health and Welfare Plans ,
Life Insurance ,
Long-Term Care ,
Medicaid ,
New Jersey ,
Nursing Homes ,
Prescription Drugs ,
Social Security Benefits ,
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ,
Trusts