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A sudden medical emergency or diagnosis may leave your family with difficult questions. You may need to help your parent pay bills, make health care decisions or manage financial affairs. Those responsibilities can become much more difficult if your loved one did not...
When a loved one loses the capacity to make decisions, you may assume that your relationship alone gives you the authority to act for them. Under Pennsylvania law, that assumption might not get you very far. Without a properly executed power of attorney, no one holds...
After the loss of a loved one, families often find themselves balancing grief with a growing list of responsibilities. Settling a person's affairs can feel overwhelming, especially while a family is grieving and when financial and legal matters require immediate...
Probate is the process where the family or designated Executor of a deceased individual obtains permission from the Register of Wills to act on behalf of the deceased. Unless you have been through this process before, it can be difficult to know what to expect. Every...
Whether due to age or a genetic or medical condition, those who experience cognitive decline and physical limitations generally need extra support. When people require outside support to manage their finances or medical care, there are two common, legal ways for...
One of the most common fears families have when a loved one needs long-term care is this: “Will the nursing home take our house?” It is an understandable concern. For many people, the home is their single largest asset and carries deep emotional value. The good news...
As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes increasingly crucial. For individuals in Pittsburgh and beyond, early elder care planning can make all the difference in ensuring peace of mind and a secure future. At , we...
Types of Special Needs Trusts (SNT) First-Party SNT: Funded with the individual’s own assets, like a settlement or inheritance, often with a Medicaid payback provision. Third-Party SNT: Created by family members, funded with their assets, offering more flexibility and...
As a parent or guardian of a child with special needs in Pennsylvania, preparing for their transition to adulthood is a critical step. Turning 18 brings legal and financial changes that can affect eligibility for government benefits like Medicaid and Supplemental...
Asset Protection Strategies When assets are split following a divorce, this can affect your savings meant to cover long-term care costs. We assist our clients in maintaining their long-term estate plan despite changes in circumstances: Irrevocable Trusts: Shield...