Elder Abuse Possibly Underdiagnosed in California Hospitals
Elder abuse is possibly one of the most horrific crimes plaguing California today. Not only are our elderly subjected to financial and psychological abuse at the hands of “caretakers,” but many are also suffering the physical effects of assault and/or neglect. To make matters worse, a recent study has concluded that the...
‘Your loved ones changed lives,’ families are told at ceremony for fallen firefighters
Top 5 Financial Scams Targeting Californians
Financial scams can wreak havoc on the financial well-being of the victim – oftentimes creating a lifelong ripple effect, taking years to unravel. The following are some of the most common financial scams targeting Californians – particularly those in the elderly, senior citizen and “Baby Boomer” demographics:
#5: Free...
Tip Sheet on How to Avoid Probate in California with Revocable Transfer on Death Deed by Deed and Record
How can you avoid probate on your home?
Probate is an expensive, long and drawn-out process. It eats away the time and energy of our loved ones after we die. It eats away at our assets as well, with money being funneled into court fees, attorneys’ fees and trustee fees. Many people avoid...
Napa care facility sued for elder abuse after nurse steals prescriptions
How can we protect our loved ones from elder abuse?
No one expects their loved ones to be abused or neglected when they trust a care facility to look after them. Unfortunately, with the rise in our elderly population and the expanding need for elder care, too many elder care facilities are popping...
Are You Leaving an Inheritance to a Beneficiary?
In estate planning, even something as simple as naming a beneficiary involves some legal knowledge. Check out the following facts:
A beneficiary of a will doesn’t receive the inheritance immediately. He must wait a minimum of forty days to claim under a will, and much longer if a probate is necessary.Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act
The ABLE Act - Read the details here...
Living with a disability can be costly. Recently, President Obama signed into law the Achieving Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act. The ABLE Act allows people with disabilities and their families the ability to create a tax-exempt savings account that can be used for...
Married Couples Can Maximize Social Security Benefits through File and Suspend
It works this way: at retirement age, the working spouse files for benefits and immediately suspends them. The non-working spouse can receive spousal benefits while the worker remains employed. The longer the worker delays retirement, the more credits he accumulates. His benefits can increase up to 8 percent a year by delaying retirement...
Transfer of Property at Death
In September, 2015, AB 139 was signed by the Governor of California creating a Revocable Transfer on Death Deed (“TOD Deed”). This deed transfers real property to a beneficiary without the necessity of a probate proceeding. The new law is currently only in place for five years, during which time lawmakers will study...
Tips to Spend Holidays with Aging Relatives
The holiday season is a time of sharing. Families come together and this time can be special. But, including an aging relative who may be struggling with health and cognition issues, this can be a stressful time. These are some tips for spending time with aging relatives while keeping the holiday spirit...