Category archives: Elder Law
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1 day ago
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Takeaways
Guardianships may be necessary to protect individuals with cognitive impairments, but they can also limit personal freedom and autonomy.
Wendy Williams’ guardianship case highlights the importance of legal representation and proactive estate planning.
Dementia is on the rise and... [read more]
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1 week ago
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Spring is definitely here again in Orange Park and the greater Jacksonville area, and in addition to enjoying the warmer weather, the azaleas blooming, sunshine, and longer days, many of us are also Spring cleaning and thinking about changes in our lives, as well as the seasons.
This season of ch... [read more]
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3 weeks ago
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As the population ages, the number of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continues to rise. In turn, families increasingly find themselves providing unpaid care to loved ones with cognitive impairments. This caregiving role, though essential, comes with hidden persona... [read more]
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4 weeks ago
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Takeaways
Updates to Medicare coverage in 2025 include higher costs for Parts A and B, a new option to pay for Part D prescription drugs on a monthly basis, and a cap on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. In addition, Medicare coverage of some telehealth services will continue through ... [read more]
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1 month ago
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Takeaways
Legislation signed in January 2025 seeks to secure better access to home- and community-based care for military veterans.
The bipartisan Dole Act also focuses on coordinating assistance for family caregivers of veterans.
On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Se... [read more]
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2 months ago
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For millions of seniors nationwide, Medicaid provides a safety net for people who find themselves requiring long-term care. Most Americans aged 65 and older – roughly 70 percent – will need these kinds of services in their later years, according to research. Meanwhile, the cost of long-term care has... [read more]
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2 months ago
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We are proud to announce that Jordan Whitlow has joined our firm as a Legal Assistant.
Jordan has lived in Florida for most of her life, and prior to moving here, she lived in Okinawa Japan. She danced for 18 years and now teaches dance as well as judging dance competitions nationally. She at... [read more]
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2 months ago
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Despite challenges and uncertainties, a new year brings with it the promise of new opportunities. There's something wonderful about the start of a new calendar year, the idea of a fresh start, and the hope for the happy times it can offer us, our families, and loved ones. New opportunities, resoluti... [read more]
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4 months ago
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One of the top reasons many of our clients consistently give us for creating, or updating, their Estate Plans is to have peace of mind for themselves, their families, and loved ones.
By addressing practical concerns, such as protecting their families in the case of an emergency or death, and bein... [read more]
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4 months ago
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Our office is proud to be collecting donations again this year for the J.P. Hall Annual Christmas Party for underprivileged children.
Suggested donations include: Games, Action figures or dolls, Art activity sets, Sporting equipment (basketballs, footballs, etc.), Books, Toy cars or truck... [read more]
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4 months ago
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially released its annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) figures for 2025. These newly issued numbers will have an impact on monthly Social Security benefits payouts for retirees, as well as recipients of Social Security disability benefits and sur... [read more]
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4 months ago
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Lucas Honda generously offered to help us yet again this year with our Thanksgiving Food Drive for The Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs.
Managing Attorney, Grady H. Williams, Jr., LL.M. is pictured with Associate Attorney, Mary A. Hults.
Executive Assistant and Marketing Manager, Paul... [read more]
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