Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Starting in September 2025, New York State is mailing inflation refund checks to 8.2 million households to provide economic relief for increased sales taxes due to inflation. To qualify for an inflation refund check, you must have filled out Form IT-201, the New York State
In New York, laws for inheritance of property are clear with how children should inherit a deceased parent’s property, but what if the property is owned by two unmarried people? This can complicate inheritance, especially if there is no will to determine the beneficiaries and
Given the high cost of living in New York, many residents look to apply for Medicaid to help cover the overwhelming costs of long-term care. However, many applicants are unaware of how critical it is to accurately complete the application forms. Even minor mistakes, such
For many upper-middle-class individuals, their primary residence is their most valuable asset. While many people assume that owning their home makes their property safe, this is often not the case. Increasing real estate values in New York City have led the values of many moderately-priced
As artificial intelligence continues to become more powerful and accessible to all, many individuals are becoming increasingly skilled in using AI for their benefit: scammers are now utilizing this technology to steal personal information or money through voice cloning, lead investment scams, and act as
Love knows no bounds, and in a state as diverse and dynamic as New York, it’s common for marriages to cross national and cultural lines. If your spouse happens to be a non-citizen of the U.S., you may be wondering what challenges could arise if
With the rise of AI technology comes the thrill of having the world’s knowledge at your fingertips. This potential, however, also brings with it an inevitable temptation: using AI to generate documents that were once crafted by professionals. One such example is the growing trend
In early January 2025, wildfires ravaged California, especially in the Los Angeles area, resulting in the loss of homes and financial security for thousands of residents. This tragic event highlights a crucial legal consideration: the wealth of many homeowners is intricately tied to their real
Caring for an aging loved one, particularly someone with dementia or other impairments, requires careful planning and a strong legal foundation to ensure their needs and wishes are met. These are the critical documents every caregiver should have in place to provide effective care and
Medicaid Under the Trump Administration in 2025 With Donald Trump returning to the presidency and a Republican controlled Congress, the future of Medicaid is uncertain. While Medicaid did not receive significant attention during the recent campaign cycle, the potential for Medicaid spending reductions has become