Estate Planning
What Medicaid Covers
If you or a loved one is considering Medicaid, you probably have questions about what Medicaid covers and what is doesn’t. Medicaid is often confused with Medicare, but they’re very different programs. Understanding what Medicaid covers can help you make informed decisions about healthcare and long-term care. Medicaid vs. Medicare: What’s the Difference? Let’s start […]
Read More....The Impact of a Personal Injury Settlement on Medicaid Eligibility
If you’re receiving Medicaid and you receive a personal injury settlement, you might be wondering: “Will I lose my benefits?” The answer isn’t always simple, but understanding the basics can help you protect both your settlement and your healthcare coverage. Why Medicaid Cares About Your Settlement Medicaid is a needs-based program. To qualify, you must […]
Read More....Medicare vs Medicaid: What’s the Difference and Which One Applies to You?
Medicare vs Medicaid. If you’re approaching retirement age or helping a loved one navigate healthcare options, you’ve probably heard the terms “Medicare” and “Medicaid” used interchangeably. But these are two very different programs, and understanding which one applies to your situation can save you from costly mistakes and help you plan for the future. Understanding […]
Read More....Medicaid Community Spouse Impoverishment Rules
When one spouse needs nursing home care, the other spouse—called the “Community Spouse”—shouldn’t have to lose everything to pay for it. That’s the basic idea behind special Medicaid rules designed to protect married couples from total financial devastation. These protections, known as spousal impoverishment rules, recognize that the healthy spouse still living at home has […]
Read More....Undue Influence in Estate Litigation
On August 4, 2026, the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, issued an opinion in In the Matter of the Estate of Edmond Dweck, Deceased (Docket No. A-1911-24), which affirmed a trial court’s judgment finding no undue influence in estate litigation in a will contest brought by the decedent’s grandson against the decedent’s son. […]
Read More....Understanding Medicaid: A Guide to This Vital Health Program
Medicaid is a cornerstone of the American healthcare system, providing essential medical assistance to millions of low-income individuals and families. Established under Title XIX of the Social Security Act, Medicaid is a joint federal and state program designed to ensure that vulnerable populations have access to necessary healthcare services. This guide will help you understand […]
Read More....Transnational Inheritance Management between New Jersey and France
When a U.S. citizen inherits or owns property in France, navigating the succession process can be complex. Unlike the U.S., where testamentary freedom is broadly recognized, France follows a civil law system with strict inheritance rules, most notably, forced heirship (réserve héréditaire), which protects the rights of close family members. These rules guarantee a fixed […]
Read More....Inheriting Assets in Germany While Residing USA
Inheriting assets in Germany while residing in the United States, or vice versa, requires navigating legal systems that approach succession from fundamentally different frameworks. Germany applies a civil law system, codified and structured under statutes like the Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB), where the rules for intestate succession and wills are precisely defined. The U.S., by contrast, follows a […]
Read More....Management of Inheritance with Property in Italy and New Jersey
When a deceased person owns real estate or a business in Italy, the succession issue becomes more complex. The laws governing the administration of estates vary between countries, while still respecting private international law. The same applies in the case of a deceased person of Italian nationality who owns property in New Jersey: Italian law […]
Read More....Are Arbitration Clauses in Wills Enforceable in New Jersey? A Look at in re Hekemian
Estate litigation is costly and emotional, so it’s no surprise that some testators try to avoid it by including arbitration clauses in their wills. But in in re Hekemian, the Appellate Division held that, in New Jersey, those clauses likely don’t hold up, at least under current law. Samuel Hekemian’s will require that all disputes […]
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