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Samantha Benadiba, Esq
May 8, 20212 min read
Don't Miss Your Chance For Free Homecare
Very good Medicaid news decided this month! The New York State Department of Health has further delayed the start of the 2.5 year...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 1, 20211 min read
Update: New Remote Notary & Medicaid Deadlines
There are two important deadlines coming up for New Yorkers: July 5th, 2021, and January 1st, 2022.
Remote Notarization of documents and ...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 11, 20211 min read
Webinar: 'Alzheimer’s – Legal Issues Facing Families'
Understanding how to care for a family member with Alzheimer’s on a personal level is of primary importance. Planning for the future...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Nov 5, 202010 min read
How to financially plan for an Alzheimer’s or Dementia diagnosis
To help those who have been diagnosed and their families plan for future expenses, below is a guide which discusses the legal and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Sep 22, 20201 min read
Top Ten Nursing Homes in New York
See the Top 10 List in New York from Caring.com> Of course, when considering a home for your loved one you should also consider factors...
Matthew Carmody, Esq.
Aug 4, 20202 min read
5 Estate Planning Tips for LGBTQ Couples.
"Lack of proper planning can be disastrous for your care if you become sick or incapacitated"
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 9, 20206 min read
Check your Planning for the 'new world.'
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rapidly spread, and the stock market decline and volatility continue, our office has been extremely...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 3, 20201 min read
COVID-19 Helpful New Legislation: Remote Notary Public
Update: Video News: Raphan Law   March 26th, 2020 To address the need for Notary services helpful new legislation has been passed to...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 2, 20203 min read
An Estate Fight May Be Coming Over Ric Ocasek’s Estate
Ric Ocasek's Estate. Under New York law, if her elective rights are upheld, Porizkova would be entitled to one-third of all estate assets...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 11, 20192 min read
Medicaid isn’t just for Nursing Homes:
Traditionally, Medicaid has paid for long-term care in a nursing home, but because most individuals would rather be cared for at home and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 9, 20182 min read
How to Protect an IRA From Heirs' Creditors
When a person declares bankruptcy, an individual retirement account (IRA) is one of the assets that is beyond the reach of creditors, but...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Sep 26, 20172 min read
Visiting Lawyer Services is extremely helpful for those who need a lawyer but can not leave home.
Visiting Lawyer Services is extremely helpful for those who need a lawyer but can not leave home. As an elder law firm we take pride...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Mar 6, 20133 min read
Why You Should Create an Estate Plan
Many people think that estate plans are for someone else, not them. But as the following list makes clear, estate planning is for...
Important news for seniors and their families
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