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
When a loved one passes away, the emotional toll of the loss can be compounded by the sudden responsibility of managing the deceased person’s estate—especially if you’ve been named as the executor under a Last Will and...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
It is fascinating when the types of cases we handle in our practice come to life in the media. Recently, former talk show host Wendy Williams has been the subject of media attention because she has a court-appointed...more
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
Probate litigation can be a complicated and emotionally taxing process, especially in a state like New York known for its stringent probate laws. When disputes arise over the distribution of assets or the validity of a will,...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
Your Health, Your Choice: A Guide to Medicare Open Enrollment -
The Medicare open enrollment period runs through December 7th, 2023. Medicare adjusts costs, coverage, and accepted providers on an annual basis. If you have...more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) website hosts a wealth of online tools that offer you convenient access to benefits information. To make the most of these tools, simply create a my Social Security account online. It...more