Estate planning is one way to prepare yourself and your family for what happens after your death.  Planning ahead gives you the opportunity to specify who will inherit your property after your death while helping you to reduce the taxes your estate will have to pay.  Avoiding family heirloom disputes can also be accomplished with some planning. But one thing that some people neglect to consider as part of their estate planning is what they want to be done with their remains. In California, as in … [Read more...]

Generally, attorneys do not charge for an initial consultation with a potential client.  This is also true for Los Alamitos elder law lawyers.  The subsequent fees for legal work are based on the type of services provided.  There are certain types of fees that are set by various state statutes, such as probate work.Legal issues Los Alamitos elder law lawyers handleAs with any other specialty, there some legal matters that most elder law attorneys will handle, including Medicare and Medi-Cal … [Read more...]

The city of Long Beach is committed to meeting the needs of its senior community. Construction of the Beacon Apartments in June will bring 160 affordable housing units specifically for lower-income seniors and veterans in Long Beach.  The Beacon Apartments are yet another source of affordable housing coming to Long Beach. As our elder law attorneys understand, this development will provide great opportunities for the senior community in Long Beach.A huge groundbreaking in progressIn total, … [Read more...]

It is widely known that dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency in the senior community. The World Health Organization confirms the seriousness of this syndrome. Dementia is a condition that is characterized by deterioration in memory, thinking, and behavior. It can cause many individuals to lose the ability to perform their regular activities without assistance. A major concern that dementia brings with it is the increased risk of wandering. Let our Los Alamitos elder … [Read more...]

If you are a veteran, you are hopefully aware of Veterans Aid and Attendance benefits which are available to those of you who served for at least 90 days, with at least one of those days occurring during wartime. These benefits are also available to their surviving spouses. The qualifying disability does not need to be service-related. A common question that veterans have, as they age and consider long-term care, is whether the costs for such care will be covered by Aid and Attendance benefits.  … [Read more...]

Wartime veterans who have at least 90 days of active duty, during which at least one day began or ended during the wartime, is eligible for Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits.  Also, surviving spouses who were married as of the veteran’s death could also be eligible.  However, there are specific medical and financial qualifications that may apply to your situation, so discuss your eligibility with our Los Angeles aid and attendance benefits lawyer.Medical and financial qualifications for … [Read more...]

Elder law is a special area of the law that deals with many of the legal issues seniors face in our country. Los Angeles elder law attorneys are experienced in handling the complex social and financial issues that seniors often deal with. To be good at their jobs, Los Angeles elder law attorneys need an awareness of the common misconceptions relating to the competency of the elderly and the aging process in general. If you are considering seeking the advice of an elder law attorney in … [Read more...]

In the legal arena, elder law is a specialty that focuses on those legal issues that commonly affect seniors. Our Orange County elder law lawyers are experienced with the complicated financial and social problems their clients commonly face.  An elder law attorney will bring to his or her clients the expertise necessary to provide the best advice about these issues.What makes our Orange County elder law lawyers good at what they do?A good elder law attorney is typically connected to a system … [Read more...]

Elder abuse is not limited to physical violence or neglect. Seniors are also susceptible to elder financial abuse, so Los Angeles elder law lawyers know the signs and can help you determine whether you need to be concerned.  According to one study, millions of elderly residents are victims of financial abuse, including "unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices.”  It is estimated that this elder financial abuse results in an average loss or more than $140,000 per victim.What type of conduct is … [Read more...]

Hospice care is different from most other types of medical care. The focus is on controlling pain, managing symptoms, and fulfilling emotional and spiritual needs. Hospice care helps not just the patient, but also family and loved ones.Hospice is usually recommended when a patient has a terminal condition and no longer wishes to pursue curative treatments. The focus is on comfort, on maximizing quality of life during a patient's remaining time, and on a peaceful end to life. Hospice may be a … [Read more...]