by beth | Nov 15, 2016 | Handling the Holidays
As families come together for the holidays, there is the false reality of TV commercials where everyone is bathed in a glowing light toasting their good fortune. Even friends and relations seem to have it together as they boast about their perfect lives on Facebook....
by beth | Nov 14, 2016 | Elder law
There are several steps you can take to make sure that you are not making a decision about a long-term care (nursing home or assisted living) placement for your loved one or yourself at the last minute. It’s important to look around ahead of time, consider long-term...
by beth | Oct 20, 2016 | Family Law, Going to Court
Sometimes in the course of divorce or child custody proceedings, the court will award one party to pay certain fees, such as attorney’s fees, for the other party. If that party does not pay those fees, the recipient party can make a motion for a money judgment showing...
by beth | Oct 17, 2016 | Divorce, Social Security
Because Social Security is the No. 1 income source for retirees in our country, a divorcing person should consider how his or her benefits will be affected. Before diving into the effects of divorce on these benefits, it makes sense to do a quick review on the basics...
by beth | Sep 21, 2016 | Elder law
Medicare comes in four parts not-so-creatively named A, B, C and D. I use the types as an acronym to sort them in my mind. These are generalizations and, by definition, there is overlap. Remember, do NOT fail to enroll or delay in enrolling or you can get a premium...