Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Aug 16, 20214 minBritney Spears Case Puts Renewed Focus on Guardianships and Less Restrictive AlternativesWhile a full guardianship may be necessary for many individuals who are incapable of managing their own affairs due to dementia or intellect
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Aug 10, 20212 minBe Careful Not to Name Minors as Your BeneficiariesMost people want to pass their assets to their children or grandchildren, but naming a minor as beneficiary can have consequences...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Jul 2, 20211 minAnnouncing Raphan Law Partners !I am incredibly proud to announce the formation of our new law firm, RAPHAN LAW PARTNERS, LLP, and to introduce my partners, Samantha...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.May 12, 20213 minSteps to Prevent a Contested WillGenerally, only a person’s closest heirs, or “distributees” are able to contest a Will. Will contests can drag out for years, keeping all th
Samantha Benadiba, EsqMay 8, 20212 minDon't Miss Your Chance For Free HomecareVery good Medicaid news decided this month! The New York State Department of Health has further delayed the start of the 2.5 year...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.May 4, 20211 minWe are excited to announce Jeffrey G. Abrandt, Esq. has joined Raphan Law!We are excited to announce Jeffrey G. Abrandt, Esq. has joined Raphan Law!
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Mar 27, 20211 minHave bedsores reached epidemic proportions yet? To many it seems so.Awareness is key to prevention: Whether or not you or an elder in your family has unfortunately become a victim of a bedsore, pressure...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Mar 26, 20213 minFAQs about Bedsore and Pressure Sore lawsuits:Bedsores happen more often than necessary and they are not the fault of the patient. The patient is usually a victim with a right to sue.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Mar 2, 20212 min“My mom is in a nursing home and I noticed some bruises and bedsores- what should I do? As an Elder Law firm we see these cases often. Whether malpractice, abuse or neglect it is simply unjustified to happen to an innocent...