Why You Should Designate Beneficiaries

September 28, 2023
Tim Larson
Estate Planning, Our Blog, Probate & Trust Administration, Wills & Trusts

According to WealthCounsel, over a third of Americans have experienced or witnessed familial conflict when someone dies without an estate plan. While most people believe having an estate plan is important, only a third have a plan in place, per...

AbilityOne Program: Employment for People With Disabilities

People with disabilities in the labor force face higher unemployment rates, work fewer hours, earn lower incomes, and accumulate less wealth than those without a disability. According to 2022 data, the unemployment rate for American workers with disabilities is twice...

3 Common Probate Questions: Estate Planning Basics

September 14, 2023
Tim Larson
Estate Planning, Our Blog, Probate & Trust Administration

When people pass away, they leave behind assets, property, and possessions that can have sentimental and real value for surviving family members and loved ones. Everything that an individual owns upon their death is known as their estate. According to...

What to Do If You Lose Your Medicaid Coverage

September 7, 2023
Tim Larson
Medicaid Planning, Our Blog, Senior Living

During the COVID-19 pandemic, states could not take away Medicaid coverage from any residents enrolled in this program. In recent months, however, this has been changing. If you are on Medicaid, be sure to take some time to understand whether...

When Does Someone Need Financial Guardianship?

August 31, 2023
Tim Larson
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Our Blog, Senior Living

When individuals cannot manage their finances, courts can appoint guardians. Financial guardianship is for those who need help handling money. Depending on the jurisdiction, financial guardianship may also be called guardianship of the estate or conservatorship. In cases where individuals...

Your Will Can Protect Your Children With Disabilities

August 24, 2023
Tim Larson
Our Blog, Special Needs Planning, Wills & Trusts

August signifies National Make-a-Will Month. For the one in five families who care for children with special needs, estate planning is crucial. Parents of a child with a disability face numerous challenges and concerns. One 2022 study found that getting...

Can I Have Both Employer Insurance and Medicare?

August 4, 2023
Tim Larson
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Our Blog, Probate & Trust Administration, Senior Living, Wills & Trusts

People may have Medicare and other insurance simultaneously for several reasons.

Age Discrimination: Fighting Back

January 30, 2023
Tim Larson
Elder Law, Our Blog

There have been decades of efforts to eliminate age discrimination in the workplace, but it still exists. Age discrimination occurs when an employee or prospective employee is treated less favorably because of their age. It can be directed at older…

Managing Your Health and Stress

October 24, 2022
Tim Larson
Our Blog, Senior Living

Our world is full of stress, and we are constantly bombarded with bad news, injuries, and illnesses. Chronic pain can be especially stressful. So finding ways to release and cope with pain and stress help people live longer, happier lives.…

Choosing Long-Term Care in 2022

Right now is a perfect time to take stock of your life and plan for the future of your health care. Americans continue responding to the ever-present threat of COVID-19 in its many iterations, and we are identifying that which…