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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 […]
May 20, 2014

Attorney Elizabeth L. Perla to Speak for Trust Professionals

Cleveland attorney Elizabeth L. Perla has been chosen by the National Business Institute to speak at their “Trusts 101” Seminar in Cleveland, Ohio on June 19, […]
February 4, 2014

What is the Putative Father Registry?

A woman is pregnant, you may be the father but you’re not married. A woman has given birth to a child, you think you’re the father, […]
February 4, 2014

What funeral expenses can an Executor or Administrator pay in an Ohio Estate?

First, if there is a will provision dealing with funeral expenses, than an executor’s action are governed by the will provision. However, if the will does […]
January 8, 2014

Medicaid Estate Recovery- What Should the Community Spouse do to Protect Herself?

When a husband or wife is approved for long-term Medicaid benefits, it is imperative that the healthy spouse/community spouse take steps to protect the recipient’s Medicaid […]

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