by Amy Delaney | Aug 6, 2019 | Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Nursing Homes, Power of Attorney
As we get older, we may find ourselves taking care of our loved ones who used to take care of us. Our parents may revert to the role of adolescent; hiding delinquent bills and health information from us. We may be unaware of the truth until a friend or neighbor...
by Amy Delaney | Jul 31, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Scams, Uncategorized
As your loved one grows older it can often be hard for them to admit that they are having trouble managing their day to day tasks on their own. Often times, seniors will try to hide the signs struggle from the people that are closest to them. Below are some tasks that...
by Amy Delaney | Jul 19, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Power of Attorney
A living trust is a written legal document through which your assets are placed into a trust for your benefit during your lifetime and then transferred to designated beneficiaries at your death by your chosen representative, called a trustee. If you’ve ever wondered...
by Michael Delaney | Jun 13, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Guardianship, Nursing Homes, Power of Attorney
Family conflict is unavoidable. Unfortunately, many conflicts between one or more family members can lead to a day in court. One reason for family conflict can arise when parents age and become more dependent on their children for assistance. This can cause ancient...
by Michael Delaney | May 17, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Medicaid, Nursing Homes
The Illinois Senate recently passed the Nursing Home Residents’ Quality of Care Initiative (SB 1510, SA #1), which calls for a stricter enforcement of the State’s minimum staffing requirements, heightened public transparency of nursing home violations, and...
by Michael Delaney | May 13, 2019 | Aging, Attorney News, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship
In emergencies, the court can appoint a temporary guardian. The court will appoint a temporary guardian when necessary for the immediate protection of the person or his or her estate. The term emergency guardianship means you are requesting the court to appoint a...
