One of the major concerns most people have in nursing home planning is how to protect their assets from being completely exhausted by nursing home expenses. Although a trust can be a great strategy, not every type of trust provides the asset protection you need. If you engage in proper nursing home planning, including the use of the right type of trust, you may be able to avoid exhausting your assets just to pay for nursing home costs. Let our Sacramento trusts lawyers help. What is a … [Read more...]
What Experienced Estate Planning Attorneys Know About Trusts and Wills
The basic purpose of estate planning is to prepare for the possibility of incapacity and for death. Your estate plan can include various types of estate planning tools, including trusts and wills. The variety of estate planning strategies that are available allows you to customize a comprehensive estate plan to fit your needs. This article will explain what experienced estate planning attorneys know about trusts and wills. Everyone can use a will or trust, not just the wealthy Many clients … [Read more...]
Will My Parent’s Estate Be Subject to Medi-Cal Estate Recovery?
A common concern for many clients who are Medi-Cal recipients is that if they use Medi-Cal to pay for long-term care, they will lose everything they have. There is a misconception that Medi-Cal will take their homes or leave their healthy spouses penniless. Another concern is that once a Medi-Cal recipient passes away, Medi-Cal will come after their estate. We are here to explain how estate recovery works. What does “estate recovery” mean for Medi-Cal recipients? It is a requirement that, when … [Read more...]
Hit-and-Run Should Remind us of the Need for a Sacramento Estate Planning
Five days after a hit-and-run accident on Vaca Valley Parkway, a bicyclist has been released from the hospital. He was riding his bicycle when a young woman ran a stop sign on Crystal Springs Drive and struck him. The victim sustained contusions and road rash, which he believed were the extent of his injuries. However, after returning home and taking a shower, he soon realized he was having trouble breathing. When he returned to the hospital, he was diagnosed with post-traumatic respiratory … [Read more...]
Sacramento Conservatorship Facts
There are court procedures established in every state to provide for the legally authorized care of an individual who is unable to care for themselves. For minor children who no longer have a parent available to care for them, a guardianship can be established. However, in California, if an adult needs someone to manage their care, a conservatorship is required. If you believe you may need to have a conservatorship established, here are some general facts about a conservatorship in … [Read more...]
Sacramento Medi-Cal Planning Attorney Warn About Fraud
Medi-Cal fraud and abuse are an unfortunate reality in our state. Fraud and abuse of these important government benefits cost the country billions of dollars each year, as a result of diverted funds that should have been used for valid medical services. Due to this abuse, the cost of Medi-Cal has continuously increased for many. Fraud and abuse also lead to an unnecessary risk of harm to patients when they are being unnecessarily subjected to medical procedures for the benefit of fraudulent … [Read more...]
When a Parent Dies Sacramento Probate Attorneys Can Help
When a parent passes away, the family is usually at a loss as to how to handle their loved one’s estate. Our law firm can provide a comprehensive guide on what needs to be done when a parent dies. It is always good advice to consult with an experienced and qualified probate attorney to make sure you take care of everything. The first step to take after your parent passes away The first step in being able to handle your deceased parent’s affairs is to obtain a certified copy of his or her … [Read more...]
Trust Administration Attorneys Can Handle Administration Issues
The important role of a trustee is crucial to the successful administration of a trust. A trustee is “trusted” individual who is responsible for making sure the provisions of the trust agreement are followed. Trustees are basically responsible for management of the trust property, including maintaining accurate records of every transaction taken that relates to the trust property. This is an important responsibility. Our trust administration staff is here to steer you clear of some of the … [Read more...]
Sacramento County Retirees Can Benefit from Retirement Planning
Retirement is meant to be relaxing, but the thought of retirement for some may instead be stressful. A common concern many clients have is whether they will have sufficient income or savings to be able to have a comfortable retirement. Clients often wonder when they need to start saving and what is the best strategy. The Sacramento County Retired Employees Association The Sacramento County Retired Employees Association, or SCREA, was created for the purpose of promoting the welfare of its … [Read more...]
What You Should Know about Medi-Cal Law
California’s Medicaid program is known as Medi-Cal. It provides free or low-cost health care coverage for adults who are 65 or older, blind, disabled, pregnant or residing in a long-term facility. Medi-Cal also provides benefits for non-disabled, non-elderly adults aged 19-64 who qualify based on their income levels. To qualify based on income, their level must be at or below 138% the Federal Poverty Level. For Sacramento residents, it is important to know the requirements imposed by Medi-Cal … [Read more...]
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