According to the National Council on Aging, 1 in 10 people over the age of 60 have experienced some form of elder abuse. But only 1 in 24 of those people will report what happened to them to the authorities.
It is often up to the families of...
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Unfortunately, as technology continues to advance, schemes to defraud the public become more and more sophisticated. As soon as computers became part of the landscape, so did computer scammers, criminals willing and able to invade privacy, steal identities, and convince innocents to part with their money. Similarly, as soon as smartphones became...
Continue reading…Most people over the age of 65 in the United States are eligible for Medicare. However, if you're unfamiliar with Medicare, it can be quite confusing. Below are some things that all seniors in Mississippi need to know about Medicare.
Individuals whose husbands or wives have been admitted to a nursing home often worry that they’ll be left without sufficient income or assets to meet their support needs. Fortunately, as is detailed below, Medicaid law accounts for this situation by providing assets and income allowances to the spouses of nursing home residents.
Elder law is a legal practice area that serves the needs of Mississippi’s senior population. Given the myriad needs of seniors in Mississippi, elder law covers a wide range of client issues. An experienced elder law attorney can assist you in a number of ways and ensure that your rights and welfare are protected....
Continue reading…Elder law attorneys specialize in the legal representation of the elderly and their families. Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal issues affecting older adults, including long-term care planning, health care, retirement, guardianship, Medicare, and Medicaid. In addition, elder law attorneys often assist their clients with financial matters and day-to-day issues that...
Continue reading…In June, Buzz Aldrin, the second man on the moon, filed a lawsuit against his son Andy, his daughter Jan, and his longtime manager Christina Korp. He alleges they have taken control of his credit cards, used his money for their own gain, undermined his romantic relationships,...
Continue reading…Choosing an elder law attorney is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Therefore, when searching for an elder law attorney in Mississippi, it’s important to consider a number of factors before making a final decision. Below are some things to consider when choosing an elder law...
Continue reading…Long-term care encompasses a range of services and supports that a person may need in order to meet his or her needs. Personal care needs typically encompass things like assistance with activities of daily living and medical care. The majority of individuals over 65 years of age require some...
Continue reading…by lawpromo | Medicaid Myths Families faced with having to pay for nursing home care for a loved one usually get a crash course in the limitations of Medicare and private health insurance. What they find is that Medicare will only pay for a certain amount of nursing home care and private health insurance doesn’t...
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