New Health Plans Expose the Insured to More Risk
One health plan from a well-known insurer promises lower premiums but warns that consumers may need to file their own claims and negotiate over charges from hospitals and doctors. Another…
Grandparent’s Visitation Rights Clarified by Court
Grandparents do not have natural or common law rights to visitation with grandchildren. As noted in this recent Mississippi Court of Appeals decision, a contentious relationship with their own child…
President’s 2020 Budget Proposes Big Cuts to Social Security Disability Benefits
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…
When is an Heir not an Heir?
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…
There’s Still Time to Go Back to Traditional Medicare
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…
Opting Out of IDEA Services Did Not Circumvent IDEA's Exhaustion Mandate
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…
Three Steps to a Successful New Year
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…
What Happens to Mom’s House When She Goes to Nursing Home
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…
Stock Broker Rules Protect Older Investors
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…
Upcoming Events and Presentations
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…
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