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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 29, 2021

Can a Nursing Home Sue an Agent Under a Power of Attorney for an Outstanding Balance?

I am my mother’s agent under a power of attorney. Can I be sued by my mother’s nursing home for an [...]

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 23, 2021

Medicare Would Cover Dental, Vision, and Hearing Under Senate Democrats’ Spending Plan

The Senate Democrats proposal for a $3.5 trillion spending plan includes expanding Medicare to provide dental, vision, and hearing benefits. The proposal is now being negotiated in Congress. 

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 23, 2021

Britney Spears Case Puts Renewed Focus on Guardianships and Less Restrictive Alternatives

Britney Spears’s struggle to regain control over her business and personal life shines a spotlight on legal guardianship and alternatives that involve less loss of control over one's life.

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 21, 2021

Be Careful Not to Name Minors as Your Beneficiaries

Most people want to pass their assets to their children or grandchildren, but naming a minor as a beneficiary can have unintended consequences. It is important to make a plan that doesn’t [...]

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 20, 2021

Can the Executor of My Grandfather’s Will Keep What’s in a Joint Account?

My grandfather recently passed away and his will stated that his estate be divided evenly among his grandchildren. Before he died, he [...]

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 17, 2021

You May Be Overestimating Your Social Security Benefits

Studies have found that workers overestimate how much they will receive in Social Security benefits when they retire. Having a good understanding of the realities can help you plan for [...]

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 16, 2021

Using a Minority Valuation Discount to Reduce Estate Taxes

While the current estate tax exemption is quite high, a closely held family business may put your estate over the limit. Careful planning is necessary to lower or completely avoid the tax, and [...]

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By Jeffrey Cotney
In Elder Law News
Posted July 9, 2021

Supreme Court to Hear Case That Could Increase the Bite That Medicaid Takes Out of Settlements

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that has the potential to affect anyone who receives government assistance with their medical care following a disabling injury that results in [...]

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