Florida Elder Law & Estate Planning Blog


401(k), IRA Contribution Limits Increase in 2019
401(k), IRA Contribution Limits Increase in 2019
December 29, 2018

Beginning in 2019, you will be able to save more in your retirement plans. 401(K) PLANS, 402(B) PLANS, AND MOST 457 PLANS If you are under 50 years old, the annual contribution cap is $19,000 (was $18,500). If you are…

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Blue Water Vietnam Veterans Again Denied Agent Orange Benefits
Blue Water Vietnam Veterans Again Denied Agent Orange Benefits
December 25, 2018

Vietnam veterans who served in “blue waters” off the coast of Vietnam have for years pressured the federal government to provide them with the same benefits other Vietnam veterans receive as a result of exposure to Agent Orange. The Agent…

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Retroactive Medicaid Coverage Reduced
December 24, 2018

In a significant development for Floridians seeking Medicaid long-term care benefts, the period during which retroactive benefits are available has been reduced. Beginning February 1, 2019 those qualifying for Medicaid long-term care benefits may receive benefits for a period of 30…

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Panel Discussion for Older Women, January 12
Panel Discussion for Older Women, January 12
December 19, 2018

Hear Attorney Adele Harris of The Karp Law Firm and other panelists discuss issues of importance to older women at this January 12 event presented by the National Organization for Women.                  …

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Congress Considering Raising ABLE Account Age Threshold
December 16, 2018

In prior blog posts we told you about the ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Act. The 2014 legislation allows individuals with qualifying disabilities to save in tax-advantaged accounts. The main advantage of the account is that it allows eligible…

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Karp Law Firm Holiday Party
Karp Law Firm Holiday Party
December 4, 2018

Attorneys and staff of The Karp Law Firm gathered at Sandpiper Cove on December 14, 2018 for the firm’s annual holiday party. We enjoyed lunch and a gift exchange. Firm founder, Attorney Joseph Karp, was honored by staff with a…

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Audrey Yeager Retirement Party
Audrey Yeager Retirement Party
November 30, 2018

After 29 years with The Karp Law Firm, Office Administrator Audrey Yeager has retired. On November 30, 2018 we all got together for the fun but bittersweet bash to say goodbye and good luck. The party was held at the…

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Parents Should Designate Guardian For Minor Children
November 24, 2018

Despite the fact that we are “Elder Law Attorneys,” we are also traditional estate planners and help adults of all ages make plans for the future. Naturally, our clients include parents of young children who want to make sure their…

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New Medicaid Managed Care Plans Offered in Some Regions
New Medicaid Managed Care Plans Offered in Some Regions
November 22, 2018

If you or a loved one is receiving long-term care nursing home benefits, you may receive a notice from the Agency for Health Care Administration asking you to select a different Medicaid managed care plan. This is because the agency has renegotiated contracts…

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Attorney Jonathan Karp Featured Speaker at Alzheimer’s Conference
Attorney Jonathan Karp Featured Speaker at Alzheimer’s Conference
November 17, 2018

Attorney Jonathan Karp was one of the featured speakers at the Alzheimer’s Awareness Conference held November 17, 2018 at Nova University. Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association of SE Florida and Dr. Ernesto Triana of the Premiere Research Institute, the conference…

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