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What Should I Know about the Process to Apply for V.A. Aid and Attendance Benefits?
Accredited West Palm Beach veterans’ benefits attorneys Shalloway & Shalloway talk about what you should know about applying for VA aid & attendance.
The Effect of Having Pension Plans Replaced By 401k Plans
The reduced availability of pension plans for retired people can be expected to be a major problem in the future, especially for the “Baby Boomers.” Pensions have been replaced by 401k accounts to augment Social Security checks for retirees. For many retirees, a typical family has little or no retirement savings. Even those that… Read More »
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Change the Rules, Again
The protests of patient advocates and support groups have finally been acknowledged by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The CMS has revised earlier guidance that required hospice patients covered by Medicare Part D to get prior authorization of all their drugs. Medicare’s hospice benefit sometimes pays for medications under Part D provisions…. Read More »
Vets & Widows Face New V.A. Regulations Creating New Qualifications, Penalties
As proposed by the Veterans Administration, veterans applying for V. A. needs-based benefits may have to deal with new rules. The proposed new rules would establish an asset limit, a look-back period and asset transfer penalties for claimants applying for V. A. needs-based benefits. At this time, there is no prohibition on transferring assets… Read More »
Could a Special Needs Trust Benefit You or a Loved One?
West Palm Beach estate planning & elder law attorneys at Shalloway & Shalloway discuss whether a special needs trust could benefit you or a loved one.
Bill Would Bring Change to Florida’s Guardianship Law
West Palm beach elder law attorneys Shalloway & Shalloway discuss possible changes to Florida guardianship law & role of professional guardians.
Are You Concerned About Your Parents Living Independently?
West Palm Beach elder law & guardianship attorneys at Shalloway & Shalloway, P.A. on power of attorney to help aging parents manage their financial affairs.
Important Guardianship Terms to Know
West Palm Beach estate planning attorney Mark Shalloway lays out some important terms to know when considering guardianship in Florida.
Tips for Seniors – Protect Yourself from Elder Financial Abuse
Due to age or disability, you may need assistance in some of your daily living activities. Whether you have someone coming over once or twice a week to help with cooking and cleaning, or if you have a live-in caregiver, having a stranger in your home while you are limited in your mobility can… Read More »
Is Your Aid and Attendance Attorney VA Accredited?
It’s not just a good idea; it’s the law. Title 38 of the United States Code, section 5901, states that, with limited exception, “no individual may act as an agent or attorney in the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim under [veterans’ benefits laws] unless such individual has been recognized for such purposes… Read More »