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Achieving a Better Life Experience Act
In 2014, President Obama signed into law The Stephen Beck, Jr., Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE Act). In January 2016, NJ enacted its version.
Contested Guardianships and Mediation
Guardianships typically involve who will control the personal care and finances of a person who is unable to manage their own affairs. Mediation is key.
Abuse of the Elderly
Unfortunately, we all hear stories about the elderly becoming targets of financial, physical or emotional abuse or neglect. This a growing problem.
Changes to Veterans Benefits
On June 2018, the VA Mission Act was signed into law. Its purpose is to expand long-term care and post-acute care (LT/PAC) options for veterans.
Choosing the Right Attorney
It is important that you select your attorney with caution, due to the serious nature of litigation and your various legal needs.
Qualifying for Medicaid
To qualify, an applicant must meet certain criteria established by Medicaid for income and assets as set forth under New Jersey's administrative regulations.
Preventing Identity Theft
Preventing identity theft is a matter of being pro-active and always vigilant! Here are common sense approaches which will protect you under most conditions.
Mediation and Probate Litigation
Probate contests are unique in a number of ways. The focus of the mediation session is to leave with a full settlement agreement signed by all parties.
Tips for Avoiding a Will Contest
You have no obligation to leave anyone anything, but your heirs tend to see things differently. Follow these recommendations to avoid a will contest.
Self-Settled Trusts Now Available for Individuals with Disabilities
Special needs individuals are now able to create their own self-settled special needs trust. President Obama signed a new act that allows them to do so.
