Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
How to financially plan for an Alzheimer’s or Dementia diagnosis
To help those who have been diagnosed and their families plan for future expenses, below is a guide which discusses the legal and...
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Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Oct 30, 2020
- 1 min
Who gets your jewelry if you die without a Will?
We don’t know. Nor will you. Because in the State of New York, if you don't have a Will, your assets and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Sep 22, 2020
- 1 min
Top Ten Nursing Homes in New York
See the Top 10 List in New York from Caring.com> Of course, when considering a home for your loved one you should also consider factors...
Matthew Carmody, Esq.
- Aug 4, 2020
- 2 min
5 Estate Planning Tips for LGBTQ Couples.
"Lack of proper planning can be disastrous for your care if you become sick or incapacitated"
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 9, 2020
- 6 min
Check your Planning for the 'new world.'
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rapidly spread, and the stock market decline and volatility continue, our office has been extremely...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 3, 2020
- 1 min
COVID-19 Helpful New Legislation: Remote Notary Public
Update: Video News: Raphan Law March 26th, 2020 To address the need for Notary services helpful new legislation has been passed to...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Mar 2, 2020
- 3 min
An Estate Fight May Be Coming Over Ric Ocasek’s Estate
Ric Ocasek's Estate. Under New York law, if her elective rights are upheld, Porizkova would be entitled to one-third of all estate assets...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 11, 2019
- 2 min
Medicaid isn’t just for Nursing Homes:
Traditionally, Medicaid has paid for long-term care in a nursing home, but because most individuals would rather be cared for at home and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 9, 2018
- 2 min
How to Protect an IRA From Heirs' Creditors
When a person declares bankruptcy, an individual retirement account (IRA) is one of the assets that is beyond the reach of creditors, but...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Mar 6, 2013
- 3 min
Why You Should Create an Estate Plan
Many people think that estate plans are for someone else, not them. But as the following list makes clear, estate planning is for...
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