by Samantha Shepherd | Jul 26, 2019 | Newsletter
Many parents have their retirement savings socked away in 401(k)s and IRAs. So that your beneficiaries do not have to pay taxes on the funds prematurely, it’s important to properly structure the beneficiary designations for these accounts. Unfortunately when a...
by Samantha Shepherd | Jul 24, 2019 | Newsletter
In medical settings, accommodations for people with intellectual or physical disabilities can be a matter of life and death. If a doctor refuses to see certain patients, the result may be an irreversible delay in a necessary procedure. To take just one example,...
by ShepherdElderLaw | Jul 10, 2019 | Newsletter
We’ve all heard that it’s better to give than to receive, but if you think you might someday want to apply for Medicaid long-term care benefits, you need to be careful because giving away money or property can interfere with your eligibility. Under...
by ShepherdElderLaw | Jun 27, 2019 | Newsletter
Americans are living longer than they did in years past, including those with disabilities. According to one count, 730,000 people with developmental disabilities living with caregivers who are 60 or older. This figure does not include adult children with other forms...
by ShepherdElderLaw | Jun 27, 2019 | Newsletter
Thinking about your funeral may not be fun, but planning ahead can be exceedingly helpful for your family. It both lets them know your wishes and assists them during a stressful time. The following are steps you can take to plan ahead: Name who is in charge. The...
by ShepherdElderLaw | Jun 24, 2019 | Newsletter
Many children with special needs rely on Medicaid for their health coverage, and each year a beneficiary’s eligibility for coverage must be reevaluated. In 2018, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) saw a surprising...
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