Everyone living in the United States today owes a debt of gratitude to the millions of men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The government owes those men and women the benefits they were promised and to which they are entitled. Unfortunately, veterans often have to fight for the benefits they deserve. Sadly, one veteran, Robert DiCicco, died waiting for the Veterans … [Read more...] about Veterans Often Have to Fight for Benefits They Deserve

The population of older Americans (age 65 and older) has reached historic highs in recent years as the Baby Boomer generation enters their retirement years. Moreover, experts tell us that the increase in the older population will continue in the years to come. Sadly, with the increase in the number of seniors has come a corresponding increase in instances of elder abuse throughout the nation. If … [Read more...] about Elder Law Attorneys Offer Tips to Prevent Elder Abuse

As a grandparent, there is likely not much you wouldn’t do to help a grandchild. Sadly, there are scam artists out there who use that fact to prey – with much success -- on the elderly in what has come to be known as the “Granny Scam.”  In an effort to help prevent you from becoming a victim, the Vero Beach elder law attorneys at Kulas & Crawford explain the “Granny Scam” and offer tips to help … [Read more...] about Vero Beach Elder Law Attorneys Explain the “Granny Scam”

You have undoubtedly heard the warning “read the fine print” when signing contracts of all types; however, for the loved one of elderly individuals in need of nursing home care – often in a time sensitive context – the last thing they have time to do is sit down and read through pages and pages of legal jargon. They just want to find a caring, compassionate, and competent facility to care for … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Push for Legislation Giving Residents the Right to Sue Nursing Home

If you are faced with the prospect of putting a parent, or other elderly loved one, in a nursing home, you are probably concerned about the care the facility will provide. Sadly, with nursing home abuse and neglect occurring far too often in the United States, your concerns are justified. Taking the time to do your homework when selecting a nursing home is one way to alleviate some of your … [Read more...] about Vero Beach Nursing Home Lawyers Discuss Signs of Abuse

If you have an estate plan in place, you are doing better than the majority of Americans. Surveys tell us that over half of all Americans have yet to create an estate plan, despite understanding the importance of having one in place. Creating your initial estate plan is only step one though. Reviewing and revising that plan is equally important. The Vero Beach elder law attorneys at Kulas & … [Read more...] about Vero Beach Elder Law Attorneys Urge Seniors to Update Estate Plans

No matter how old we are, most of us continue to view our parents as middle aged, healthy, and basically invincible. Consequently, coming to the realization that a parent has aged, and deteriorated physically and/or mentally, can be difficult to accept. If your parent’s condition requires the type and/or level of care that you cannot provide at home, a long-term care facility may be the only … [Read more...] about Florida Nursing Home Inspection Reports Lack Vital Information

Sadly, not everyone respects and honors their elders in the United States – or in most other countries for that matter. In fact, some unscrupulous criminals actually target older individuals because they tend to be more vulnerable and are easier to victimize. Whether you are a senior yourself, or the loved one of an older individual, it is imperative that you learn everything you can about elder … [Read more...] about Port St. Lucie Elder Law Attorneys Offer Tips to Avoid Becoming the Victim of Scammers

As an adult child, one of the most difficult decisions you will ever have to face is the decision to put a parent in a nursing home. If, however, your parent needs the type or level of care that you are unable to provide, choosing to find a nursing home for your parent is in his/her best interest. Once you have made the decision that a nursing home is the best option, the equally difficult task of … [Read more...] about Vero Beach Elder Law Attorneys Help You Choose the Right Nursing Home