On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | May 6, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
Parents want their children to be taken care of after they die. But children with disabilities have increased financial and care needs, so ensuring their long-term welfare can be tricky. Proper planning by parents is necessary to benefit the child with a disability,...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Mar 18, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Seniors
Although a nursing home cannot require a child to be personally liable for their parent’s nursing home bill, there are circumstances in which children can end up having to pay. This is a major reason why it is important to read any admission agreements carefully...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Mar 2, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Seniors
Having a loved one with dementia can be scary, but if you add in a firearm, it can also get dangerous. To prevent harm to both the individual with dementia and others, it is important to plan ahead for how to deal with any weapons. Research shows that 45 percent of...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Jan 16, 2019 | Estate Planning
This short fiction explores a common situation many Central Pennsylvania families face. If you’re in need of elder care assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the Certified Elder Law Attorneys at Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC. A friend recently went...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Dec 26, 2018 | Estate Planning
The following short fiction explores a situation that more Pennsylvania families will be facing as the online world expands. If you have questions, please speak to our certified elder law attorneys. Jim, a high-school principal, died unexpectedly in March of this...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Nov 16, 2018 | Estate Planning
Today’s legal advice is brought to you by the letter “R,” as in REDUCE your income tax by setting up a charitable trust. What is a charitable trust, you may ask, and what does it have to do with Big Bird? Simply put, a charitable trust is a tax-exempt, irrevocable...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Oct 25, 2018 | Estate Planning
Last week, we met Charles, a fictional insurance company employee who has a group life policy that, unfortunately, won’t be giving his family the coverage they need. Here’s why. While getting life insurance through your employer is convenient, cost-effective, and has...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Oct 18, 2018 | Estate Planning
The following fictional story explores a common insurance situation that many families may face upon the death of a loved one. Charles is 65 years old. Though he doesn’t know it, he will be dead in less than a year. What he also doesn’t know is that his loved ones...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Sep 20, 2018 | Estate Planning
In the autumn years of one’s life, a pet can become more than just a pet. She is a constant comfort, a loyal companion, and a mighty warrior. Your little dog or cat can become your best friend. While you may be considering arrangements for yourself should you become...
On behalf of Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC | Aug 23, 2018 | Estate Planning
Anyone who has gone through the process of a divorce knows how overwhelming the experience can be. There are tons of things to consider and everything seems to be a priority. What do we do with the house? The cars? The bank account? What do we tell the kids, and how...
