by Laurie Ohall | Mar 9, 2023 | Elder Abuse, Elder Law, Social Security
On March 9, 2023, the Social Security Administration is observing National Slam the Scam Day, an event dedicated to spreading awareness about Social Security-related scams and equipping the public with the knowledge to recognize and report these scams. The SSA...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 22, 2023 | Estate Planning
If you’re a parent, you probably want to leave assets to your children to help create a secure financial future after you pass. You don’t want them to struggle financially. You also want to ensure they receive items of personal meaning and continue the legacy you...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 14, 2023 | Elder Law
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced a new program that provides comprehensive assistance to family caregivers. This new initiative, called the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC), is designed to provide support for...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 8, 2023 | Elder Abuse, Elder Law
A new report from the U.S. Senate reveals that Medicare Advantage plans are misleading customers into switching from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan. What Is a Medicare Advantage Plan? Original Medicare is a government program. Part A covers hospital...
by Laurie Ohall | Jan 30, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
A life estate is a form of property ownership that allows an individual to use and manage property during their lifetime. The life estate also designates who will receive the property after the owner’s death, known as the remainderman or remainder beneficiary. Let’s...