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Bed and/or Chair Rest + Neglect = Bedsores
It is simply not acceptable for patients to develop bedsores or pressure ulcers while they are in a hospital or nursing home. New York has
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 19, 20193 min read
When Is A Guardian Required for an Adult?
Guardianships are set up to protect and help people in need, such as an elder or loved one unable to care for their own financial or...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 12, 20164 min read
Should My Parents Give Me Their Home?
Many parents wonder if it is a good idea to give their home to their children. The children may be the first to say 'yes!' While it is...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 23, 20162 min read
Free Downloads: Easy to read elder guides for families and seniors.
Probate, Estate Planning, Healthcare Proxies, Medicaid Planning, etc. Get informed and find many of the answers to your existing...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 19, 20161 min read
Medicaid Applicant’s Irrevocable Trust Is an Available Resource Because Trustee Can Make Distr
An Alabama appeals court rules that a Medicaid applicant’s special needs trust is an available resource because the trustee had...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 2, 20161 min read
What Happens to a Medicaid Recipient If the Spouse at Home Dies First?
In order to qualify for Medicaid, a nursing home resident can have only a limited number of assets.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Dec 2, 20142 min read
Maybe it’s time for a geriatric care manager
Why do we hear so much about geriatric care management these days? It’s because there are so many benefits they can provide to seniors...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Oct 15, 20143 min read
Can you sue for Bedsores or Pressure Sores?
2/22/2018 Law Firm added Free Booklet Bedsores should not happen while in a nursing home or hospital. Often they are due to neglect and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Sep 17, 20144 min read
Court Ruling: Transfers Made Years Before Needing Care Were Not Made in Order to Qualify for Medicai
Doing Medicaid Planning for clients, I often get asked the question: “How does medicaid determine if my gifts were made to qualify for...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jul 15, 20142 min read
Heir Liable for Reimbursement of Mother’s Medicaid Expenses
Medi-Cal (Medicaid) recipient Merver Mays died, leaving her house as her only asset. Ms. Mays’ daughter, Betty Bedford, petitioned the...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jul 8, 20142 min read
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