Volume 30 Issue 2

How the New Tax Bill Will Impact Older Americans

By  David M. Goldfarb, Esq., and Hyman G. Darling, CELA, CAP
Last year’s $1.45 trillion tax re-write is certain to impact older Americans, but how?

Letter to the Editor: Hybrid Insurance

By  Ron M. Landsman, CAP
The recent NAELA News article, Would a Hybrid Insurance Policy Work for Your Client? by Lori Parker, Esq., on life insurance sold with long-term care insurance folded in came with some cautions, but those warnings did not sufficiently note

A Clear Winner in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017: Qualified Disability Trusts

By  Stephen J. Silverberg, CELA, Fellow, CAP
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 greatly enhances the income tax benefits of a Qualified Disability Trust.

How to Answer the Question: How Much

By  Leonard E. Mondschein, CELA, CAP
What should an elder or special needs law attorney do when a new caller starts out the conversation by asking, "How much?"

Featured Member: Molly M. Wood, Esq.

By  Lauren S. Marinaro, Esq.
From general contractor to elder law trailblazer, Molly M. Wood has stayed true to her Kansas Jayhawk roots.

Litigation: Awaiting Hutson's Progeny

By  Molly M. Wood, Esq.
Funding a pooled supplemental needs trust was deemed inappropriate because the transferee was over 64 years old, and a transfer penalty was imposed for the full amount of the transfer.

Tax: Sustainable Home Care, Part 1

By  John L. Roberts, CELA
Help your clients comply with wage and hour laws, taxes, and insurance requirements.

The Intersection Between Elder Law and Personal Injury

By  Margaret P. Battersby Black, Esq.
In Illinois, and many other states, specific nursing home care acts exist that make it economically more feasible to prosecute cases on behalf of the elderly.

Small Isn't a Problem for the Rhode Island NAELA Chapter

By  Josh Ard, Esq.
Advocacy was the driving force behind the establishment of one of the newest NAELA Chapters.

Fiduciary Wrongdoing: How Do You Represent and Advise Them?

By  Kerry R. Peck, Esq., CAP, and Sofia Vatougios, Contributing Author
By analyzing relevant statutory and case law, looking at possible legal defenses, and exploring other options, you will be able to advise your client.

CPR: What You Don't Know Might Hurt You

By  Amy L. Griboff, Esq., and Ferdinando L. Mirarchi, DO, FAAEM, FACEP
How should we counsel clients with respect to CPR, as well as the question of whether or not life-saving treatments should be administered?

2018 NAELA Summit Preconference Program: Advanced Elder Law Review

By  Edwin M. Boyer, Esq., CAP
Curriculum designed by NAELA Past Presidents. This is a great opportunity to learn from the experts in elder law and special needs planning.

The Program to Get People Out of Nursing Homes Expired

By  David M. Goldfarb, Esq.
Ensuring individuals with disabilities of all ages get services in the least restrictive setting is a top NAELA priority.

President's Message: It Has Been an Honor

By  Hyman G. Darling, CELA, CAP
My term as NAELA's 30th president is coming to a close. This has been a year of many accomplishments for the Academy and I'm proud to have been a part of them.

Executive Director's Message: Every Contribution Counts

By  Peter G. Wacht, CAE
May 17-19 NAELA visited New Orleans for its Annual Conference. The Crescent City is the home of the Mardi Gras festival, voodoo, poker, jazz, and the World War II museum...as well as Andrew Higgins.

Apr/May/Jun 2018

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