Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
While individuals within a marriage may not put much thought into whether a property is legally classified as separate, or community, the distinction between the two can have huge consequences in regards to estate planning, and instances of divorce. Hence, it is important for couples
When Can You Collect A Deceased Spouse’s Social Security Retirement Benefits The social security administration should be notified as promptly as possible when a person passes away. In most cases, the funeral home will report the death, but you can also do this personally by
This past month, the House Ways and Means Committee has unveiled a new act aimed at modifying regulations surrounding the “Stretch IRA.” The “Stretch IRA” is a method of limiting required distributions on an inherited IRA, which can avoid a substantial tax bill in the
Medicaid is a federal and state program that provides individuals with low incomes, disabilities, or other conditions to receive medical treatment and care for a free or low cost. Unfortunately, as with any government program, Medicaid is prone to fraudulent use by individuals looking to
Probate is the court-supervised process of authenticating a last will and testament of a deceased individual. The probate process involves determining the value of the deceased individual’s assets, paying any owed taxes on their behalf, and distributing the remainder of the estate to the indicated
Reporting Medicaid Fraud for your employer Medicaid fraud costs the government billions of dollars every year, which averts funds that are meant to be used for lawful health care services away from those who truly need them. Violations by employers may include forging prescriptions, billing
As life goes on, essential milestones come along such as getting married, remarried, having children, or retiring which can warrant changes to your estate plan. It is recommended that your estate planning documents, including last will, Revocable Living Trusts, Power of Attorney, and others be
If you are remarried and hope to have your kids inherit assets from a previous marriage, it is crucial not to overlook the importance of estate planning, and especially not to leave it to the last minute. Parents who plan on getting remarried are often
A will is an essential part of any estate plan. It is a vital legal document that designates the distribution of your assets, after death, to specific people. You can decide who inherits your assets and particular times when they can access them. It is
Not having an estate plan at all You may have your reasons for procrastinating, but ultimately nobody escapes death. Thorough planning and thoughtful consideration can help you ensure that your affairs will be handled according to your wishes. Don’t leave your loved ones in an