During 2014 an amendment to the PA law concerning Financial Powers of Attorney (POA) was signed into law. This new law makes several changes: Execution Procedure: All newly prepared POAs now need to be notarized and witnessed by two individuals. As my clients know, my office has always had any POAs prepared by Giordano Law…
Let’s explore the facts about guardianship and ways to avoid this nightmare for ourselves and our loved ones. Incapacity and Guardianship The term incapacity, according to the laws of most states means, “an adult whose ability to receive and evaluate information and to communicate decisions in any way is impaired to such a significant extent…
Giordano Elder Law participated in Spring Art Walk and Wine Tasting event. Proceeds from art sales were donated to the local chapter of the Alzheimers Association. May 10, 2014 – MECHANICSBURG, Pa. – Michael Giordano, attorney at Giordano Elder Law, along with James Hockenberry of The Bridges of Bent Creek, A Senior Living Community here…
So, just what is elder law and what does an elder law attorney do? When someone asks me what I do for a living and I tell them I practice as an Elder Lawyer, I often get a puzzled look with the question, “What exactly is Elder Law?” So, in honor of National Elder Law…
The Florida Supreme Court rules that money acquired by a woman after executing a form will should be distributed according to the laws of intestacy because the will did not have a residuary clause. One justice calls the case “a cautionary tale of the potential dangers of . . . drafting a will without legal…
When a person dies owning property without having a Will, the state where the person resided at death (often called the state of domicile) will apply its laws to determine how the person’s estate is distributed. Every state has a Law of Intestacy which determines how an estate will be distributed when an individual dies…
Since falls are the leading cause of serious injury and even death in the over 65 set, you’ll want to be sure your home is free from all fall hazards. Here’s some fall prevention tips and ways to keep the home safe to ensure seniors and the elderly can stay living at home independently. Make…
As we age, one of our biggest concerns is being able to remain at home and independent. Following are tips for staying strong and physically independent. Plan ahead. Don’t wait until you are struggling with mobility to take action. At regular check-ups, tell your doctor about any concerns with strength, balance or mobility. He/she…
Aging in place has become a commonly used term these days and, in case you’re not familiar, it refers to the ability for a senior to continue to live independently in their own home, safely and comfortably. Obviously, taking care of your health earlier in life is one way to help ensure that aging…
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