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June 9, 2015

Making a Charitable Gift in Your Estate Plan

Making a gift to a charity in your estate plan is a wonderful way to give back. Today’s blog post will talk about the basics of […]
June 9, 2015

Change May be Coming to VA Aid and Attendance Benefits

The Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing changing eligibility rules for VA Aid and Attendance Benefits. Specifically, it is proposing an asset limit, a look-back period […]
June 9, 2015

Medicaid Planning with Annuities for Married Couples

If you or a loved one is facing the need for long term care, that is nursing home, assisted living or home care, you know how […]
June 9, 2015

Use Caution When Signing Nursing Home Agreements

In the case of Andover Village Retirement Community v. Cole, Mr. Cole admitted his mother to a nursing home. Mr. Cole, who was his mother’s agent under […]
February 5, 2015

After Someone Dies: When Must a Last Will and Testament be Filed with Probate Court? And What Happens if Someone Refuses to File the Last Will and Testament?

After death, a Will must be filed with Probate Court if it conveys an interest in real or personal property or has been declared valid by […]
January 21, 2015

Elizabeth L. Perla Speaks to Residence of Franciscan Village

On January 19, 2015, Cleveland Attorney Elizabeth L. Perla of the Law Offices of Randall M. Perla spoke to residents of the Franciscan Village of Cleveland, […]
December 15, 2014

Ohio Divorce: Gifts Between Spouse- An Exception to the Rule in Property Division

In Ohio, the general rule of thumb is that in the event of a divorce, a spouse will be able to retain his separate property. For […]
October 31, 2014

Elder Abuse- What Does Ohio Adult Protective Services (APS) Do, When and How to Contact APS, and Tips for Avoiding Elder Abuse.

Adult Protective Services (APS) investigates suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of those 60 and older. Abuse is defined as infliction upon an adult by self or […]
October 29, 2014

What Skilled Nursing Care is Covered by Medicare? And Dealing with Denials

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) will pay up to 100 days of skilled nursing care in a nursing home or at home, if the patient is […]
September 15, 2014

A Cautionary Tale for Parents of Children with Special Needs

A parent of a child with Special Needs must take special care when preparing an estate plan. Special Needs Trusts are often recommended to ensure that […]
August 4, 2014

Special Needs Trusts in Ohio- Trusts Funded with a Disabled Person’s Own Funds- Why is it Used & Trust Options

Why it is Used Special Needs Trusts are trusts established for disabled individuals under the age of 65. The goal of the trust is to hold […]
July 31, 2014

Nursing Home Admissions- Things to Look Out for Before Signing the Agreement

The nursing home admission process can be immensely stressful for both the prospective resident and her family. During this difficult period, it is easy for the […]

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