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Update: New Remote Notary & Medicaid Deadlines
There are two important deadlines coming up for New Yorkers: July 5th, 2021, and January 1st, 2022.
Remote Notarization of documents and ...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 1, 20211 min read


Webinar: 'Alzheimer’s – Legal Issues Facing Families'
Understanding how to care for a family member with Alzheimer’s on a personal level is of primary importance. Planning for the future...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 11, 20211 min read


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...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Nov 5, 202010 min read


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...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Sep 22, 20201 min read


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.
Aug 4, 20202 min read


Do you have a wrongful death claim?
It is never an easy time when losing a loved one. When the death was preventable, the sense of loss can seem even more painful. While it...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jul 7, 20201 min read


Four Ways the Coronavirus Pandemic May Affect Long-Term Care Insurance
The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on the elderly, particularly those in nursing homes and other long-term care facilitie

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jun 10, 20202 min read


States Move to Immunize Nursing Homes from Liability During Coronavirus Pandemic
Chronic understaffing. Low-wage caregivers. Difficulty containing infections. These are problems that nursing homes face in the best of time

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jun 5, 20203 min read


Popular Scams Affecting Seniors
It is estimated that older adults lose billions of dollars to scammers each year.

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
May 9, 20203 min read


Why Not Just Use an Off-the-Shelf Power of Attorney Form?
There are many do-it-yourself power of attorney forms available; however, it is a good idea to have an attorney draft the form for you.

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
May 1, 20203 min read


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 9, 20206 min read


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.
Apr 3, 20201 min read


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.
Mar 2, 20203 min read


Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds
Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 7, 20202 min read


Important Elder Law Facts & Figures for 2020
Facts and figures for 2020 that are frequently used in our elder law practice. Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, VA Benefits...

Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 4, 20203 min read
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