On this blog, I often focus my articles on the estate planning basics that can benefit all Massachusetts families. While there are indeed many complex estate planning options available, it
When a Will is filed for Probate in Massachusetts there are certain requirements that must be met. One such requirement is that all potential heirs and creditors must be notified
Even when it has become clear that nursing home placement is in the best interests of a loved one, the decision of where they would be best served is not
Massachusetts has enacted several laws that allow elderly citizens to lower the amount of property tax they have to pay and/or defer the payment of
Determining when a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease is not always easy. We often choose to ignore the early warning signs as merely the effects of aging or
Leaving a bequest to your preferred religious organization can be a great way to give back to your community and preserve your legacy. Often clients
MassHealth (Medicaid in Massachusetts) provides a wide range of health and medical services to seniors. However, recently the MassHealth Dental Program has severely cut back on what it will cover
To qualify for MassHealth benefits, seniors must meet strict financial eligibility requirements. This includes both a limit on countable assets as well as income. In 2011, the monthly income limits
Recently, a new client came to me in a very exasperated mood, frustrated that their current attorney had not been returning his calls and concerned
I would like to wish all the mothers out there (especially my own) a very happy Mother’s Day. I would also like to take this
