Certified Elder Law Attorneys Serving New Jersey Residents Since 1978.
Our nation's population is aging. According to the Social Security Administration, men in the United States may live to age 84 on average and women may live to age 86 on average. However, while people in New Jersey may have a will or trust in place, many have not...
The Baby Boomer population is either already in retirement or will get there in a few years. A majority of Boomers expect Social Security benefits to be a major source of income, and knowing how to navigate this field is crucial to ensure an aging population can...
Special needs trusts are one way to provide a disabled person with the income they need to survive, while still retaining their government benefits. However, not everyone in New Jersey has enough money to open a special needs trust. An option that may be available to...
As people in New Jersey age, they may find their ability to care for themselves has declined. Whether it is due to an illness, an injury or simply old age, a person might decide that they have long-term care needs. Such care comes at a cost, however. Some people may...
Advance directives are legal documents that indicate what medical care a person wants if they are incapable of expressing their wishes. They are important documents to include in your estate plan, because they document your preferences in a legally binding manner...
It can be distressing to see an aging loved one become mentally unable to make decisions on their own behalf. A person may have a mental disorder like dementia or may be physically incapacitated, such as a person in a coma may be, that makes them unable to handle...
Do you worry that your parents do not have sufficient estate plans in place or any at all? You probably want to bring the subject up, but this can be very challenging when your parents insist on being independent and avoid talks about the future. The subject...
In New Jersey, a guardian of the person is an individual appointed by the court to make decisions and act on behalf of a person who cannot make decisions independently. A guardian of the person has certain responsibilities over the protected person. First, a guardian...
Long-term care planning is important for people in New Jersey to consider while they are still competent enough to do so. For example, they may need to execute legal documents to name who will make decisions on their behalf if they become incapacitated. Also, they...
As a person ages, they may reach a point where they can no longer care for themselves. They may need help with daily care activities or they may need in-home health care. Often, a family member steps up and takes on the role of caregiver. While this is often an act of...
