On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | May 31, 2018 | Special Needs
Special needs trusts are great tools for families that want to protect assets and give their loved one with special needs an enhanced quality of life. The truth is, however, that special needs trusts are not always the best solution. This is due to factors based on...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | May 24, 2018 | Elder Law
Working past retirement age is a requirement for some seniors, since Social Security benefits and retirement savings often cannot keep up with the cost of living. Whether it’s working in your previous career or taking on a new job, seniors must be aware of the...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | May 18, 2018 | Wills and Trusts
Nearly every week we receive calls from family members who are upset about a deceased loved one’s estate. Unlike in TV shows, real-life family feuds are no fun. Disputes over who gets your property after your death can drag on for years and deplete your entire estate....
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | May 11, 2018 | Business, Estate Planning, Retirement
Many people begin a second career in their retirement years by starting a new business. A retirement business allows you to stay busy and work as little or as much as you’d like while making some extra money to complement your retirement. However, you want to make...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 30, 2018 | Elder Care, Elder Law
Do you have an older loved one who still insists on getting behind the wheel? You are not alone. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, there are concerns about a large population of elderly drivers on the road. While it is true that as we age, our reaction times and...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 19, 2018 | Estate Planning, Special Needs, Wills and Trusts
There are many issues that come up when planning for a loved one with special needs, including how much property or how many assets should be left behind in a Special Needs Trust for his or her benefit. This issue can be especially tricky if you’d also like to leave...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 13, 2018 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
Most people can think of someone that they would NEVER want to inherit their assets when they pass away. The hope is that those people aren’t rightful heirs in the line of succession anyway. However, if the person you want to disinherit is a rightful heir, you’ll need...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 7, 2018 | Elder Law, Family
It’s a common story among blended families: an aging parent becomes ill and the parent’s biological children clash with the parent’s spouse. While some of these disagreements are generally small, there are times when the disagreements are not only great, but the child...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Mar 22, 2018 | Special Needs
Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) are established to protect money and property for individuals with special needs while allowing them to receive public benefits. A Trustee is named to make financial decisions regarding the Special Needs Trust (such as purchases) but must...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Mar 15, 2018 | Elder Care, Elder Law
There are many issues to take into account when choosing a care facility for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Beyond the care provided at a typical nursing home or assisted living, facilities that specialize in Alzheimer’s care must be equipped to...
