Recently, my dad died. While I was driving back from being sworn in as his executor, I got a call. My father-in-law, who is a very smart man, was at the bank about to take money to some scumball because he thought he was about to be arrested. Yes, the scammers are now impersonating the […]
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Medicaid is critical for individuals with special needs. It pays for things no one else will pay for and it has recently come under fire. The Arc is working to protect Medicaid for its constituents. It is activating advocates to protect services for the disability community. It is also seeking donations to further its efforts. […]
If you follow Women’s College Basketball, then you must have heard of Pat Summitt. Coach Summit was a legend in NCAA women’s basketball prior to leaving the game due to early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Now, there is a rumored new documentary on Netflix that recounts her journey from player to becoming a legend at the University […]
If you are looking for assistance understanding Elder Law, a Certified Elder Law Attorney can help. Before you can sit for the exam, which (last time we checked) has a forty percent pass rate, Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELAs) must meet the following criteria: Licensed Attorney: You must be a licensed attorney and an active […]
Many people think that estate planning is just having documents prepared. They have a lawyer prepare a Will, get it signed and they’re done. As Lee Corso says on Game Day, “Not so fast!” The hardest part of stepping into someone else’s shoes, whether its as an agent under a power of attorney, or as […]
From time to time we re-post David Hultstrom‘s Financial Foundations. Mr. Hultstrom, who is a co-founder of Financial Architects, had the following observations regarding recent stock market highs: As the U.S. stock market (as measured by the S&P 500) hits all-time highs, I thought some historical perspective on it might be useful. Over the 98 […]
There are a number of laws protecting your privacy and the privacy of your information. This page describes several of them, but it is not meant to be comprehensive. If you have specific questions regarding privacy laws, you should consult with an attorney. Georgia does not have any specific “state” privacy laws. Still, in Georgia, […]
