Elder Care & Estate Planning Blog

Each May, we observe National Elder Law Month, a time to focus on the legal and healthcare challenges facing older adults and their families. For many Long Island residents, it's also a reminder of the importance of planning ahead—before a medical crisis or financial emergency arises. At Tully Law Group,...

The Importance of Making Healthcare Decisions Before You Need To When it comes to planning for the future, many people think about retirement savings, wills, and life insurance—but too often, healthcare decisions are overlooked. National Healthcare Decisions Day, observed each year on April 16th, serves as an important reminder of...

What happens when you have a health care proxy in place, and something happens to your healthcare agent or you just no longer want that person to make these important decisions on your behalf. Life happens. Relationships evolve. Maybe you originally chose a spouse, but you are now divorced. Or...

Trying to figure out how much a Medicaid lawyer costs in the state could be challenging. That is a question we hear frequently here at Tully Law Group, PC, and the answer may surprise you: it varies! Most attorneys charge an hourly fee, which could range from $150 to over...

Medicaid is a federal and state-funded program that helps pay for various medical costs for low-income individuals. What does a Medicaid lawyer do? For one, they help guide eligible people through the complex application and asset planning processes. Learn more about how the accomplished attorneys at Tully Law Group, PC...

Can a family member get paid to be a caregiver in New York? The short answer is yes – a family member could get paid to be a caregiver. The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is a Medicaid program that compensates friends or relatives who provide qualifying patients with...

Selecting an elder law attorney that meets your needs is crucial, especially if you believe you will encounter legal challenges. It is common for people’s circumstances to have changed over the years, and their family’s needs may look different. It is important to hire an advocate who understands the various...

Imagine this scenario: You have been involved in a serious accident, you are in the hospital, unconscious and unresponsive. Doctors need to make a critical decision about your treatment, but they do not know your wishes. Your family is confused and unsure of what you would want, and no one...

Some individuals start looking for an elder law attorney when they approach retirement, while others choose to wait until a loved one needs full-time nursing care. Both approaches are valid, but there are other factors to consider. If you are wondering, “When should I hire an elder law attorney?”, learn...

Choosing to hire a Medicaid attorney is an important decision for you and your family — one you should not take lightly. With so many law firms in New York, narrowing down your choices can be difficult. Learning what to ask a Medicaid attorney and why it is important is...