When planning for retirement, an often overlooked consideration is the cost of long-term care. The principal sources of payment for long term care are personal savings/income, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance. Texas Health and Human Services Commission records indicate the sources of payment for nursing home care nationwide are: Medicaid 52% Private Pay …
Caregivers are an essential part of long-term care for older adults. We are all going to age and most will need some sort of care. However, there are precautions that should be taken. The most well-known form of caregiver is a family member or close friend who takes on the care of a loved …
We Americans relish our freedoms. We want to live how we like, spend our hard-earned money on what we want and carry automatic rifles if we so desire. And we resist when the government tries to interfere with our lives. However, less than half of all Americans have even the most basic estate planning documents. …
A common legal myth that is often heard in cafes and barber shops around Texas is that property cannot be landlocked because a neighboring landowner is required to allow entry. This is simply false. Understanding this can be important for both the landlocked owners and neighboring landowners so that each party understands his or her rights.
A common concern for any Texas landowner is when they may be held liable if someone is injured on their property. Landowners often ask, “What can I do to protect myself in the event this occurs?” It is important for landowners to understand the duty the law imposes on them for each person entering their land. Additionally, there are a number of steps landowners can take in order to protect themselves and their operations from liability. This week I will deal with a look at the most common legal claims.
Crazy question What do you own? The starting point for any Texas landowner in considering the legal issues he or she may face is to consider what the landowner actually owns. This week’s column will address some of the aspects of ownership. When land is acquired, through purchase or otherwise, a good starting point for …
The information in this column is not intended as legal advice but to provide a general understanding of the law. Any readers with a legal problem, including those whose questions are addressed here, should consult an attorney for advice on their particular circumstances. One of the greatest concerns for my clients is that they may …
While I love Tom Selleck and his Sackett movies, I do not believe he (or anyone in Hollywood) should be giving me financial advice. There is currently a marketing blitz targeting seniors to entice them into reverse mortgages. But, like the old saying goes, “If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is.” …
While I am an advocate for the use of a Power of Attorney to avoid guardianships, I realize there are times when a guardianship cannot be avoided. Therefore, in this week’s column I will address some of the more frequently asked questions regarding guardianships. How does one go about initiating a guardianship? Any interested party …
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Last night I took my youngest son, Billy, to a Huntsville Independent School District Meeting. He is working on his Eagle Scout requirement and needed to attend a public meeting. Last night’s topic was on the recently passed bond and an overview of the construction process moving forward. While a very exciting time in Huntsville, …
