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Stikeman Elliott LLP

Case Law Update: Age-Based Distinction in Long-Term Disability Benefit Plan Justified under Section 1 of the Charter

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In Rayonier v. Unifor, Locals 256 and 89 (the “Decision”) the long-term disability (“LTD”) coverage provided by Rayonier (the “Employer”) under the parties’ collective agreement was challenged by Unifor, Locals 256 and 89...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Special Considerations For Divorces Involving Middle-Aged And Older Americans: Part 2

PART 2: DIVISION OF ASSETS AND DEBTS, RETIREMENT BENEFITS, AND ESTATE PLANNING MATTERS - As discussed in Part One of our two-part series detailing the social phenomenon know as “grey” divorce, a number of recent studies,...more

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD! Planning for Post-Retirement Medical Expenses with 401(h) Plans

Barron’s recently reported in an article called The Real Cost of Healthcare in Retirement. The article suggests that seniors with adequate Medicare coverage will spend on average $260,000 per couple on healthcare from age 65...more

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

No Free Lunch For the Sandwich Generation

Are you part of the sandwich generation? This is the name given to people caught in the middle between caring for elderly parents or in-laws and raising young, and sometimes not-so-young, children. And, of course, you still...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Medicaid Protections for the Healthy Spouse

Medicaid law provides special protections for the spouses of Medicaid applicants to make sure the spouses have the minimum support needed to continue to live in the community while their husband or wife is receiving long-term...more

Ruder Ware

My spouse is on Medicaid, now what?

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It is common for a client whose spouse is receiving Medicaid to lack adequate estate planning to protect those Medicaid benefits in the event the client dies before their spouse. Yet, after all of the time and energy spent to...more

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Is My IRA Safe From the Nursing Home?

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After working and saving, clients are concerned that unexpected costs will become unplanned for drains on their Retirement Accounts (e.g, 401(k), IRA, Roth IRA, 403(b), etc.). As the need to pay for nursing home care nears,...more

Cranfill Sumner LLP

May is National Elder Law Month

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Where the month of May celebrates mothers and the Kentucky Derby, the month of May has also been designated as National Elder Law month. This designation was coined by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Window Closing for Couples to Use 'Claim Now, Claim More Later' Social Security Strategy

Spouses who are turning full retirement age this year are the last group who can choose whether to take spousal benefits or to take benefits on their own record. The strategy, used by some couples to maximize their benefits,...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Learn About Social Security's Online Tools

With the aging population becoming increasingly tech savvy, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has moved a lot of services online. From applying for Social Security benefits to replacing a card, the SSA has online tools...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Social Security Payments, Medicare Premiums and Deductibles, to Rise in 2019

Social Security payments are set to grow next year, although for some recipients the extra income will be slightly offset by an increase in Medicare premiums and deductibles. Announced by the Social Security Administration...more

Lathrop GPM

Top 10 Tips for the Professional Fiduciary to Avoid Litigation

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Communication is Key. This may seem obvious, but good communication can go a long way in preventing a dispute. This includes timely responding to emails and voice messages...more

Mayer Brown Free Writings + Perspectives

What Financial Institutions Need to Know about Regulations on Elder Financial Exploitation

Elder financial exploitation has been recognized by many state and national agencies as a concern as the population ages and elders shoulder more responsibility for managing their retirement assets under defined contribution...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Finding the Best Retirement Calculators

Figuring out how much to save for retirement and when you can safely stop working can be difficult. A growing number of online retirement calculators, many of them free, are available to help. Although these calculators may...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Choosing Retirement Account Beneficiaries Requires Some Thought

While the execution of wills requires formalities like witnesses and a notary, the reality is that most property passes to heirs through other, less formal means....more

Sullivan & Worcester

Asset Managers: Are You Ready for Your Exam? Steps You Should Take Now

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Last week we told you about the five biggest pet peeves of the SEC’s Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (OCIE) when examining investment advisers. This week, we want to get you ready for your exam. Here are the...more

Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC

News from the Vermont State House - An Analysis from DRM’s Government & Public Affairs Team - January 2017 #2

Treasurer Will Build Public Pension Plan for Small Business - State Treasurer Beth Pearce on Wednesday asked the Senate Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs Committee to create the framework for a...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Understanding the Tax Consequences of Inheriting a Roth IRA

Passing down a Roth IRA can seem like a good idea, but it doesn't always make the most sense. Before converting a traditional IRA into a Roth IRA to benefit your heirs, you should consider the tax consequences. ...more

Lewitt Hackman

Tax Planning Before Turning 70: What You Should Know About RMDs

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Tax payers aged 70 ½ or older this year must take a Required Minimum Distribution, or RMD, from their traditional IRAs (Individual Retirement Arrangements), SEP (Simplified Employee Pension) IRAs, SIMPLE (Savings Incentive...more

Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP

Government Publications on Retirement

The website publications.USA.gov has many helpful publications, including some that offer practical advice about retirement. That website is now offering a series of pamphlets called Trustworthy Retirement Resources for...more

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