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College-Bound Child? Think About a Power of Attorney

Things to Consider When Creating a Living Trust

The importance of creating a living trust can not be understated for both you and your family. A living trust (also known as a revocable living trust) ensures that your personal information is kept private and is an invaluable tool for estate planning. It offers a private, efficient, and stress-free way to transfer property and assets […]

Case Study: Medicaid Planning

When Martin reached out to the team at Scott Bloom Law, he was concerned about his mother’s Medicaid status after she unexpectedly inherited a large sum of money from her recently deceased aunt. His mother, Mary, had been on Medicaid and homebound for years and Martin, her oldest child and agent via a Power of […]

Case Study: Special Needs Estate Planning

In “blended families,” children from a prior relationship live and are often being raised by a newly married couple, and sometimes with the children of that couple as well. Although this situation can be very beneficial for all of the family members and can create a positive and nurturing environment, this type of family structure […]

Case Study: Crisis Management

When Joan reached out to the team at Scott Bloom Law, she and her family were dealing with a crisis not uncommon amongst many families. About a decade ago, her mother, Maureen, had remarried and a few years after, Maureen and her new stepfather, David, moved in with Joan. Though things were good and cordial […]

Case Study: Estate Planning

When John and Carol reached out to Scott Bloom Law, they knew that changes had to be made in regards to the living arrangements of their mother, Diane. Living alone, Diane had begun to show signs that many children recognize when their parents are no longer able to take care of themselves. Forgetting to pay […]

Crisis Management: It’s Not Too Late

At Scott Bloom Law, we are always encouraging families to plan ahead when it comes to the eldercare needs for their loved ones and themselves. However, we understand that when an unexpected crisis arises, immediate action is required. During these highly stressful times, the decisions made carry immense consequences for the elderly and their families. […]

Protecting Your Loved Ones from Elder Abuse

The process of choosing a nursing home, assisted living facility, or in-home medical care is complicated, difficult, and often emotional. The last thing on your mind is the possibility that those responsible for the care of some of our most vulnerable loved ones would abuse or neglect their patients. Unfortunately, it does occur way too […]

Life Care Planning

We help families understand the natural progression of aging and its impact on our loved one’s health, mobility, housing, and financial resources.

Scott Bloom Law - AARP Recommended Blog Article

Elder Abuse: When Caregiving Goes Wrong

We recommend that you read AARP’s 2017 article on Elder Law and abuse: Elder Abuse: When Caregiving Goes Wrong Many families use paid home health aides, but what if things aren’t what they seem? by Rick Schmitt, AARP Bulletin Click here to Elder Abuse: When Caregiving Goes Wrong

CLIENT Testimonial

Dear Scott - Thank you for a job well done. I've settled the estate with my siblings. I also remitted my executor's fee to the children of my deceased sister. Thanks again for all you do!

- Estate of Fay B., Cranbury, New Jersey