Oregon Ends Residency Rule for Medically Assisted Suicide
Oregon made history in March 2022 by becoming the first state to repeal its residency requirements for medically assisted suicide after an advocacy group challenged…
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The “No Surprises Act” – Does it Really Protect Patients from Unexpected Bills?
After years of debate, Congress passed a piece of legislation as part of its 2020 omnibus spending bill known as the “No Surprises Act,” or…
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Will Recent Legislation Improve Access to Medicare?
Most Medicare recipients would like to receive all available benefits, but it can be difficult to understand eligibility. In fact, Medicare Part A coverage has…
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Why You Need An Elder Law Attorney
Elder law has evolved into an ever-changing landscape of laws and disciplines which continually evolve. At Slutsky Elder Law we guide seniors and their families through the…
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Governor Wolf Signs Alzheimer’s Early Detection Bill
State legislators scored a victory for older Pennsylvanians on February 9th, 2022, when Governor Tom Wolf signed House Bill 1082 into law. Advocates hope this…
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Recognizing and Addressing Signs of Elder Abuse
Sometimes an issue can be widespread but difficult to address. For example, elder abuse has become a serious yet often overlooked problem in society today.…
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New Federal Bill Seeks to Increase Funding for Home Care
A new bill introduced in Congress would prove to be a godsend to the high percentage of people who need in-home healthcare services. The HCBS…
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Should Lawyers Keep Their Clients’ Original Documents?
Sometimes only the original of something will do. For instance, you usually need original estate planning documents to probate a Will or use a power…
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Planning for Long Term Care as You Age
Over the past two decades, long-term care has rapidly become one of the biggest expenses for American seniors. Even if you have a sizable nest…
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Key Takeaways from a New Aid-in-Dying Law
New Mexico recently enacted an aid-in-dying law with repercussions for your estate planning needs. By doing so, they joined the ranks of nine other states…
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Inherited IRAs: Why Did IRS Guidance Create Such Confusion?
The SECURE Act was intended to increase accessibility to tax-advantaged accounts and help older adults avoid outliving their assets. One change brought about by the…
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What the Future May Hold for Medicaid Long-Term Care: Examining New Federal Medicaid Initiatives
Medicaid is a primary source of payment for long-term care services in the United States. In many cases, Medicaid is used to pay for residential…
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