Dallas Elder Law Attorney

This podcast discusses a case whereby a Medicaid compliant annuity was used to save thousands of dollars each month under governmental rules for governmental assistance.

The general rules regarding physician-assisted suicide in the states that have permitted this are discussed along with the waiver of residency requirements in Vermont and Oregon.

Knowledge of the law and rules can be beneficial in shifting long-term care costs to the government.

The difference between hospice and palliative care is discussed along with 7 documents used in planning for end-of-life.

Although there are some who try to defraud through the use of fake deeds, the protection of title lock companies is generally overblown. Steps to recognize issues and reduce risk are discussed.

Jerry Lee Lewis constantly battled the IRS and he was married 7 times. His attempt to "protect" the homestead since he didn't own it when he passed shocking his son who thought he would get his father's home as set forth in the will of Jerry Lee Lewis. Instead, he got evicted by his first cousins.

If the original of your will is lost, then the law requires additional steps during probate to be valid as the law presumes the original will was destroyed.

Passing your life lessons, values, stories, and beliefs may be more valuable than assets transferred through estate planning.

The Texas legislature is discussing various bills for property tax relief. Possible options, including reduced property taxes for serious are discussed.

Although never tested, a new law may give planning opportunities to save more for a spouse or family under public benefits laws.