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Meeting Estate And Elder Law Needs In The Boston Area
If you are applying for MassHealth and your application is denied, or if you currently are a MassHealth member and a prior authorization was changed or denied, it is easy to feel discouraged. But do not give up. It is possible to appeal an adverse MassHealth decision....
Creating a will is a vital step in being prepared for the future. This can protect family members, make sure property goes where the person – the testator – wants it to go, prepare to pass along a business and much more. For Massachusetts residents who take the...
Like other states, Massachusetts has laws in place that set out how a person’s property will be transferred if they leave no will. These laws also apply in other situations, such as when a person’s only will gets invalidated for some reason or if the will does not...
The time may be coming when people in Massachusetts need to start considering nursing homes either for themselves or for their parents. As people age, they may need additional help due to various health issues. They may no longer be in a position to care for...
You understand the importance of research when looking for a nursing home. However, one thing you may overlook is the potential meddling of a private equity firm in its attempt to take over and change it to a for-profit facility. Beware. When private equity firms...
You're never too young for estate planning. Even if you are in your 20s and 30s and expect to live a long time, nobody knows what the future holds. The more you can do to plan for the worst, the more peace of mind that your children and spouse will be taken care of....
MassHealth is important for paying for your health care when you are older. It is important to understand how these programs work and to know how to spot false information about them. Giving money away One common misperception about MassHealth involves gifts. Federal...
No one wants to plan for a future where they may be reliant on nursing home services. However, the realities of growing older necessitate specific proactive steps that can make it affordable if a loved one needs a higher standard of care. The financial costs are at a...
The probate process in Massachusetts can be long and expensive. When someone dies without a will, their assets must go through the probate process. Since there is no will to determine who receives which assets, the assets are distributed according to probate law....
If you’re worried that your parent or another loved one is unable to make appropriate decisions on their own, then you may be considering guardianship. If you successfully establish legal guardianship, then you will likely be tasked with making medical and personal...