As of November 2023, having a valid Health Care Proxy became easier for New Yorkers. A Health Care Proxy allows a competent adult to appoint an agent to make health care choices for them if they lose the ability to make those...more
2020 changed the way family celebrated the holidays. This was especially true for families with loved in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). However, the 2021 holidays look like they will be brighter and visiting loved ones in...more
The new Netflix movie, “I Care a Lot,” is truly terrifying. Like many thrillers this movie begins with a relatable premise and a relatable fear, in this case, it is the fear of dependance and exploitation.
The film...more
2/24/2021
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Spending time with family is always important, especially during the holiday season. The holidays are different this year, due to the pandemic, and spending time with loved ones in skilled nursing facilities requires...more
The election is only weeks away, and with it is likely to come significant changes to the tax code. Many economists anticipate that, regardless of the outcome, there will likely be tax increases to reduce the federal deficit,...more
10/19/2020
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The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act of 2020 (CARES Act) is a federal economic relief package for American workers and families. It provides for payments of up to $1,200 to individuals ($2,400 for married...more
Colleges and universities across the country have closed in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Some have announced that they will provide pro-rated refunds for certain expenses.
If your college-age child received a refund for...more
New York now permits remote witnessing of certain documents and expands standby guardian designations.
Executive Order 202.14, dated April 7, 2020, amends several New York laws regulating the witnessing of documents to...more
The current health crisis has highlighted the need for many people to put their affairs in order. The New York State Government is doing its part to make this easier in this era of social distancing....more