On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Mar 9, 2018 | Special Needs
If you have a loved one with special needs and want to fund a Special Needs Trust (SNT) for him or her after your death, there are plenty of options for you to do so. However, funding a Special Needs Trust should be done under the strict guidance of an attorney...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Feb 28, 2018 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
A Revocable Living Trust is one of the most misunderstood parts of estate planning, especially since many people associate trusts with the extremely wealthy and the term “trust funds.” But Revocable Living Trusts can be created by just about anyone looking to make an...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Feb 22, 2018 | Elder Law
The prospect of your spouse entering a nursing home for long-term care can be daunting, especially with all of the logistical issues and care coordination concerns that accompany such a move. Financial planning for Medi-Cal eligibility can add more stress, since there...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Feb 16, 2018 | Special Needs
Autism is a spectrum, and everyone who falls on that spectrum is unique. Some will grow to be adults who can generally function in the world, make decisions on their own behalf, and effectively communicate them. Others cannot. However, all adults who reach the age of...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Feb 8, 2018 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
Death or incapacitation can creep up on anyone, and if you’re not prepared, the burden that falls on your family for handling your estate or financial affairs could be extremely heavy. Here are five tips to help everyone lighten the load: Make an Estate Plan One of...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Jan 31, 2018 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Veterans
Nursing home care for an elderly parent can be extremely costly, which is why the government instituted different benefit programs to help seniors in need. One of these programs is administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. VA Health Care benefits are...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Jan 23, 2018 | Estate Planning, Family, Marriage
Blended families are increasingly common, occurring when two people enter into a subsequent marriage after prior marriages end in death or divorce. While these relationships present many opportunities for joy and happiness, they also bring with them unique estate...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Jan 16, 2018 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Medicaid
Medi-Cal is one of the best sources of health benefits for senior citizens living on a limited income in Los Angeles County. As Medi-Cal is a needs-based program, meaning one has to show financial need or hardship in order to receive benefits, there are times when...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Jan 9, 2018 | Elder Law, Health Care Directives, Power of Attorney
At a certain point, it’s very likely that your elderly parent will want or need help handling their finances. In addition, they will also be thinking more about what types of end-of-life treatments they’d like to receive. While they may already have a Power of...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Dec 22, 2017 | Estate Planning, Medicaid
Medi-Cal is one of the best options available for seniors in the San Fernando Valley who need help paying for long-term care. Medi-Cal is a needs-based program, meaning that strict asset limits are required for eligibility and severe and seniors can face penalties...
