How to Respond to a Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC)
Receiving a Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage can feel alarming, especially while you're recovering from an illness or surgery.
Living Trust 101: What It Is and How It Is Set Up
Learn what a living (revocable) trust is, what it does and doesn't do, how it avoids probate, and the most common mistakes families make - including failing to fund the trust.
I Inherited a House. What Should I Do Next?
Inherited a house? Before deciding whether to move in, sell, or rent an inherited property, confirm ownership, evaluate costs, document its value, and understand the tax and family consequences.
Elder Abuse Law: What Families Should Know in 2026
Learn what the Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act (EAPPA) is, what changed after it passed, how AI and crypto scams target older adults, and to report suspected abuse or fraud.
When Your Child Turns 18: Powers of Attorney and HIPAA Forms
Turning 18 is a milestone worth celebrating, but it comes with legal boundaries that most families often don't anticipate until they run into them.
How the Federal Fair Housing Act Protects Older Adults
Many older adults are protected from housing discrimination through the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA)'s disability protections.
Estate Planning Lessons From Tony Hsieh’s $500M Mystery Will
For several years after the death of Tony Hsieh, the estate proceeded under the assumption that no will had been found. Then, in 2025, a priority mail envelope arrived at a Nevada law firm. Inside was a seven-page document dated March 13, 2015, purporting to be Hsieh's last will and testament.
Couples, Retirement Accounts, and Financial Infidelity
Financial infidelity is often associated with secret credit cards, hidden debt, or undisclosed spending. But it can also involve one of a couple's most important long-term assets: retirement savings.
Choosing the Best Executor for Your Estate
Choosing a family member to serve as your executor can be cost-effective, but the role is time-consuming and can strain relationships. Having a lawyer as your executor can add expertise and neutrality, but you should understand the full fee structure and watch for conflicts if the lawyer also drafted your will.
What to Do If You Lose Your Medicare Advantage Plan
If your Medicare Advantage plan is terminated or leaves your area, you'll revert to Original Medicare, but you must act to keep drug coverage. Learn deadlines, options, and how to get free help.