Camillus, New York, Estate Law Blog
What is a health care proxy responsible for?
As our loved ones plan for old age, they often take their health care into account. Beyond the costs, there are other questions to consider. That includes who should speak for them should they become unable to do so for themselves. This person is known as a health...
Medicare says visit candidate nursing homes for your loved one
A lot goes into choosing the right nursing home for a loved one, including its record and reputation, costs, and of course its location. Medicare and other experts on elder care also put a sharp focus on visiting the facility. They suggest you call ahead and make an...
What are common challenges of the probate process?
Probate is the process of sorting and facilitating the estate of a deceased person. Probate procedures can vary based on circumstance and the extent of the decedent’s assets. Facing probate can be an intimidating task for many, especially so soon after the loss of a...
Gift limitations under Medicaid laws
The kind of gifts that you’re permitted to provide each year according to tax law is very different than what is allowed under Medicaid. For an older or disabled person, Medicaid places some restrictions on how much money you can give, even to your children or heirs....
5 tips on talking to your parents about estate planning
As your parents get older, you probably will start thinking about their future and how well they have planned for aging. One conversation that may seem daunting to have with them is whether they have a comprehensive estate plan or if they still need to complete a...
Can you be responsible for a deceased parent’s debts?
Losing a parent can be one of the most difficult things you may ever go through. In addition to the emotional toll the loss of a parent can take, you may also have to work through a number of estate planning and probate-related matters. If your parents failed to make...
Choosing a trustee is an important decision
New York residents who choose to include trusts in their estate plans sometimes find selecting a trustee difficult. Trusts provide individuals with more control over how their assets will be distributed, offer tax benefits and allow estates to be administered without...
Misconceptions concerning power of attorney
One of the most essential components of any estate plan involves giving someone power of attorney. This right gives an individual the right to make legal and medical decisions on your behalf if you ever become incapable of making them independently. Despite its...
Key issues when making an estate plan
When New York residents think about estate planning, they may want to consider the future of their assets for generations to come. Proper estate planning can ensure that wealth passes on over generations in a way that reflects the testator's wishes for the future. In...
Estate planning in complex family situations
Between 1996 and 2018, the number of unmarried couples throughout the country who were cohabiting grew from 6 million to more than 19 million. This is only one example of the rise in nontraditional family structures. People in New York may be more likely to live as...
