by Laurie Ohall | Apr 7, 2011 | Estate Planning, Living Will, Power of Attorney for Estate Planning
So, now you are married. Have you thought about any financial or estate planning now that you are newlyweds? Maybe going to buy your first home? As a married couple, you may begin to acquire joint assets and, if both of you were involved in a sudden accident and...
by Laurie Ohall | Apr 5, 2011 | Estate Planning, Living Will
As Natasha Bedingfield wrote, “The pen’s in my hand, ending unplanned.” You might ask yourself, as an eighteen year old or young college student, why do I need to plan anything? All you have to do is look at the case of Terri Schiavo (and if you don’t know who that...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 28, 2011 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Medicaid
The Florida House of Representatives will vote on a sweeping overhaul of Florida’s Medicaid program by Thursday, with debate starting TOMORROW. This is a dangerous bill that puts the well-being of 3 million Floridians- including poor children, pregnant women, disabled...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 20, 2011 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Medicaid
While it is common knowledge that there are budget issues in Florida, much of the Medicaid Reform proposal appears to be based on misconception, misinformation and misunderstanding. This can lead to a bill that slashes critically needed care for our senior citizens...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 19, 2011 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Medicaid
Current proposed legislation in Florida strikes a blow to family values because it proposes to no longer allow a husband or wife to protect their individual assets when the other gets ill, putting life savings at risk. That means elderly couples may have to get...
