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Saying that there has been "undue influence" is often used as a reason to contest a will or estate plan, but what does it mean? Undue influence occurs when someone exerts pressure on an... Read More >

Both lawyers and non-lawyers alike are familiar with arbitration clauses found in contracts. Whether the arbitration clause is found in a nursing home admissions agreement, or everyday "adhesion... Read More >

When I was admitted to the New Jersey State Bar four (4) years ago, I dove into the practice of elder law headfirst and I don't regret it. Since that time, I have encountered a re-occurring... Read More >

When one spouse is in a nursing home and applying for Medicaid, planning has to take into account the possibility that the spouse who is not in the nursing home (the "community spouse") may... Read More >

Many parents or grandparents with sizable amounts of money to pass on to their heirs are apprehensive about the effect it many have on their children or grandchildren. In some instances, they fear... Read More >

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will add data on staff turnover rates and weekend staffing levels to its Care Compare website, giving consumers another tool... Read More >

The maximum amount that can be contributed each year to an ABLE account for a person with disabilities rose $1,000 to $16,000 on January 1, 2022. The figure, which is tied to the inflation-adjusted... Read More >

Serving as a trustee of a trust can be a huge responsibility, so trustees are entitled to compensation for their work. The amount of compensation depends on the type of trustee and the complexity of... Read More >

Gifting assets to your grandchildren can do more than help your descendants get a good start in life -- it can also reduce the size of your estate and the tax that will be due upon your... Read More >