What is guardianship?
Sep 27, 2015
Every adult is assumed to be capable of making his or her own decisions unless a court determines otherwise. If an adult becomes incapable of making responsible decisions due to a mental disability, t...
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What is probate?
Sep 27, 2015
Probate is the process of managing and distributing a person’s property (the “estate”) after death. If the person had a will, the will goes through probate, which is the process by which the deceased...
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What estate planning documents should I have?
Sep 27, 2015
An estate plan can include many different instruments depending on your situation and what you want to achieve. All estate plans, at a minimum, should contain 5 documents: (1) a last will & testament;...
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How do I name a guardian for my minor child or children?
Sep 27, 2015
There are two ways to name a guardian in advance of a parent’s death for a minor child or children. The first way is to make the declaration in your last will & testament. The second way is in a separ...
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Why is it important to establish an estate plan?
Sep 27, 2015
The importance of estate planning is the security it provides in knowing that when you pass away or become incapacitated, your affairs and your property will be managed and directed in the manner that...
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What is estate planning?
Sep 27, 2015
At its basic function, estate planning allows you to decide how you want your property to be distributed after your death. This document is generally called a last will & testament but can also be acc...
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Does Medicare cover the cost of long-term care?
Sep 27, 2015
In this video, South Florida attorney Jason Jenkins explains that Medicare does not cover long-term custodial care for a person. Medicare will cover up to 100 days of skilled nursing care only after y...
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If I need long-term care, what are my options?
Sep 27, 2015
In this video, South Florida attorney Jason Jenkins explains that if you need long-term care, you really only have three options. (1) You can pay for the care of out pocket, which is very expensive. T...
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Why Might I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Sep 27, 2015
In this video, South Florida attorney Jason Jenkins explains that there are numerous reasons to seek the assistance of an elder law attorney. The main reason is that an elder law attorney understands...
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What is Elder Law?
Sep 27, 2015
In this video, South Florida attorney Jason Jenkins explains that Elder Law is an area of law that defines itself by the type of client it serves rather than by the technical area of law. You may hear...
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