Our Social Security system is a foundation of our nation’s economic security. President Trump’s proposed 2020 budget – like his 2018 and 2019 budgets – would make substantial cuts to…
Mississippi inheritance law applies when one dies without a Will or trust. This law provides that the assets and property of the deceased person will descend to his or her…
Annual Enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans has ended, but the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, allowing plan changes or a return to traditional Medicare continues through March 31, 2019. Make…
The parents of minor child E.D., an individual with Down syndrome, sought accommodations at Palmyra Elementary School under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Specifically, the parents requested…
Do you make New Year’s resolutions? Or do you just set goals? Many studies and surveys have shown that a majority of people intend to “get their legal affairs in…
One of the more frequent questions we have received is “Can Medicaid take Mom’s house when she goes into a nursing home?” The answer is “No” in Mississippi, and a…
Many clients have savings invested with securities brokers/dealers. These companies and advisers are regulated by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). FINRA is not part of the government, but is…
Below are some upcoming presentations by Richard Courtney on various elder law and special needs planning topics, followed by important information about some great events to be put on by…
Persons with Disabilities and Seniors Want to Remain at Home with Their Families Developing a disability can happen to anyone and at any age. At present, Medicaid is the primary…
The holiday season is quickly coming upon us. If you are a caregiver for an elderly loved one, you may notice a change in your loved one's mood as the…
