Elder mental and emotional abuse happens when a caregiver inflicts emotional stress or pain on the elderly individual for whom they are caring. The caregiver may embarrass, insult or threaten the elder through actions or words. Some caregivers even isolate the elder...
When preparing for what happens with your Wisconsin estate in the future, you have to consider many factors. One of them may be your potential incapacity and, therefore, inability to make decisions on your finances. You can name a close family member, usually a child,...
Qualifying for Medicaid is often easier said than done. Your income does dictate your Medicaid eligibility, but your involvement in other government programs can also affect whether you qualify. If you live in Wisconsin, it's important to understand how you can...
Medicaid is the largest health care insurer in the U.S. Over 72 million Americans qualify for Medicaid, including thousands in Wisconsin. Because it's a need-based program, there are income limits for eligibility. Therefore, some people need to spend down their assets...
When the Social Security Administration denies your Wisconsin SSD application, it doesn't mean that you'll never qualify for disability benefits. In fact, the SSA might accept your claim if you file an appeal and prove that you need these benefits. However, making...
If you're getting ready for estate planning in Wisconsin, you might have heard about using a transfer on death, or TOD, account to avoid the probate process. Here's a closer look at the pros and cons of using TOD accounts. What is a TOD account? A transfer on death...
If you want your survivors to avoid probate after your passing, consider incorporating a transfer on death (TOD) account for your investments. Having TOD accounts are viable alternatives for many families in Wisconsin and make the beneficiary process easier after you...
When many people in Wisconsin hear the terms "probate," "estate" and "probate court," they cringe. They harbor a number of conceptions about the probate process, some that may not be accurate and others that might be at least somewhat overblown. The reality is that...
Time seems to be the one thing we just can’t get enough of. This is especially true if you are one of our nurses or frontline healthcare workers. You work tirelessly caring for others and may not have a lot of free time to work on your estate planning. If you are able...
Millions of citizens throughout Wisconsin and the rest of the country apply for Social Security disability benefits each year. The sad truth is that only 30% of all claims submitted are initially approved. Those who have received a denial need to understand the...
