Effective July 1, 2026, the Minimum Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance (MMMNA) has increased. This is important information for a married couple if one spouse is in a nursing home and receiving Medicaid benefits, or plans to apply for benefits. The…
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For several years we have reported about developments in the Florida lawsuit against MV Realty. The company’s “Homeowner Benefit Program” was a scam that offered vulnerable seniors and others between $300 and $5000 in exchange for a 40-year lien on…
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We are delighted to announce that Thomson Reuters has again recognized Attorney Joseph Karp and Attorney Jonathan Karp as SuperLawyers. Joseph Karp has been recognized as a 2026 top-rated lawyer in the fields of elder law, and estate planning and…
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Are you thinking about attaching “strings” to a beneficiary’s inheritance? If so, consider putting a conditional bequest into your trust. A conditional bequest requires your beneficiary to achieve certain goals or behave in a certain way in order to receive…
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In 2026, Floridians will vote on a variety of issues and candidates. The primary election is Tuesday, August 18. (The general election is Tuesday, November 3.) Here are two important points to keep in mind if you wish to vote…
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Life insurance is an important part of many people’s planning. If you are a married couple and your goal is to keep your estate out of probate, policy ownership is critically important. Overlooking this point can make probate unavoidable and…
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly embedding itself into every aspect of our lives. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and other AI services churn out data and perform many tasks in a fraction of the time it takes a human. That said, there are…
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Seniors should be aware of a new federal law that may impact their future eligibility for Florida Medicaid nursing home benefits. The law becomes effective in 2028, but there are steps you can take right now that can help protect…
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In estate planning, there is no such thing as a “minor” detail. Anything botched or ambiguous can result in a legal mess and lost money for your family. Your will or trust is the core of your estate plan, but…
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The time following the death of a loved one is always challenging, and not just emotionally: The legal and financial tasks required to settle your loved one’s affairs can impose additional stresses. Now, Florida has passed a law that may…
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