Elder Law

Elder law deals with important matters like housing and care for seniors, long-term or nursing home care, guardianships, healthcare documents, and Medicare and Medicaid. Unfortunately, many people unknowingly make costly mistakes during this planning process, leading to significant headaches and hardships for themselves and their families in the future. That is why it is crucial…

In Louisiana, the legal process of transferring property ownership after death is called succession. However, while succession ensures property is transferred to the rightful heirs, it is not always necessary in Louisiana. In the below post, we will walk you through everything you need to know about probate (succession) in Louisiana.  What Is Succession? In…

Elder law, as defined by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), is the legal practice of advising and representing older individuals and those with special needs, as well as their representatives, on various issues such as financial planning and long-term care.  However, if you are looking for more information regarding elder law or want further…

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects a patient’s privacy by creating national standards for safeguarding sensitive patient information from being released. Under HIPAA, however, the release of medical details to a patient and their personal representative is allowed. Medical providers may also be permitted to…

Elder law tends to cover a wide range of financial and legal matters that affect senior citizens and disabled individuals. However, the laws that apply to these matters are usually complex and frequently subject to change. If you want to make sure you stay ahead of this ever-changing legal landscape and are able to prepare…

Today, searching for an elder law attorney is easier than ever. With a simple Google search, you can have the names of countless lawyers in the area. However, just because these legal professionals rank at the top of your search history does not mean they are the right option for you and your needs.  What…

A Last Will and Testament is a legal document that allows individuals to distribute property owned by them to specific individuals at the time of their death. However, while this document is incredibly important in ensuring assets and property go to who they are supposed to, there are instances when these documents are revoked, leading…

Despite significant progress in women’s education, earnings, and employment, retirement planning remains imbalanced. This has been mainly because women continue to earn less than men on average throughout their careers. This lower income makes it difficult for women to save for retirement, which is compounded by the fact that women tend to live longer and…

Estate planning documents such as a Last Will and Testament and trust are in place to allow individuals to decide what will happen to their property after they pass away. Unfortunately, sometimes these documents do not adequately represent their wishes, especially if these individuals were taken advantage of by a person they trusted. Fortunately, in…

If you believe something feels off about your loved one’s Last Will and Testament, you may think about contesting the document. However, before you take any legal action, it is important to understand what it means to contest a will in Louisiana, whether you have grounds to challenge it, and what happens if a will…