This blog has previously discussed the various ways one can plan for his or her potential long-term care needs. Long-term care insurance, for example, may be a piece of the puzzle, but it likely won't be enough, and the claims process can be especially challenging....
Month: July 2018
Concerned about estate planning issues? Consult an attorney
Previously, this blog discussed undue influence and the effect it can have on estate planning and the execution of an estate. Although many New Yorkers think that their estate is safe from the influence of others, especially when trusted friends and family surround...
Should cameras be allowed in nursing homes?
New Yorkers who place a loved one in a nursing home may be concerned about their elderly loved one's health and well-being. This is why many New Yorkers make extensive efforts to vet any potential placements for their loved ones. However, despite diligent efforts,...
Estate planning and undue influence
Drafting an estate plan is supposed to be a process blanketed in trust. Those engaging in estate planning often trust professionals to provide them with advice that is best for their set of circumstances, and those same individuals often trust that their heirs and...
Nursing home abuse and vicarious liability
As we have discussed previously on this blog, nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect are much more common than many people realize. It only takes one rogue employee to seriously injure or even kill a vulnerable resident. The aftermath of such an incident can be...
