Dallas Elder Law Attorney
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Sinopsis
Michael B. Cohen is an elder law attorney whose Dallas law practice focuses on the legal needs of the disabled and elderly, including estate and Medicaid and other public benefits (such as Veterans benefits) planning. He is a frequent speaker on these topics.
Episodios
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Where Should You Keep Your Will? | 8 - 15 - 23
13/09/2023 Duración: 29min5 options of where to keep your original will are discussed.
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Did Aretha Franklin's Last Wishes Get R-E-S-P-E-C-T After Will Fight? | 8-8-23
13/09/2023 Duración: 29minAretha Franklin left 2 handwritten wills resulting in a legal battle between her children. Proper planning would have reduced risk over her desires (besides planning for less taxes, disability of a child, etc.)
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Murder She Wrote - Wife Writes Children's Book On Grief After Murdering Her Husband | 8 - 1-23
02/08/2023 Duración: 28minMost states have a slayer statute. An ongoing murder case fit for TV is discussed along with laws that you cannot profit from murder.
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5 Ways To Plan Your Estate For A Child With A Drug Or Substance Abuse Issue | 7 - 25 - 23
02/08/2023 Duración: 29minEstate planning options for the beneficiary with an addiction or substance abuse problem are discussed.
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Estate Planning Success Story: Solving Headache | 7-18-23
02/08/2023 Duración: 29minElder law and estate planning often intersect. This podcast examines spotting legal issues and then using both elder law and estate planning to solve the goals of the client.
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Rockwell Art Treasure Found in White House! Descendant Claims Ownership | 7-11-23
02/08/2023 Duración: 30min1st Half: When there is no clarity on how personal property assets are distributed, there could be a battle between beneficiaries. In this case, over 70 years later. 2nd Half: Also discussed, a drug approval to help those in early stages of memory loss.
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How Your Assets Are Transferred At Death Depends On Your Plan (or Lack Thereof) | 7 - 4-23
06/07/2023 Duración: 27minExamples of issues with assets passing with or without a will or trust, deeds, and beneficiary designations are discussed.
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Hot Powers In Power Of Attorney - You Can Get Burned With Or Without | 6 - 27 - 23
06/07/2023 Duración: 26minMany are unaware that extra powers in a financial power of attorney go beyond statutory language. It can be useful, but it is important that you trust your agent when giving broader powers.
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5 Considerations When Choosing A Trustee | 6 - 20 - 23
06/07/2023 Duración: 27minSometimes it is best to have a professional trustee or financial institution as a trustee. Sometimes it is best to have an individual or family member serve as trustee and sometimes it is best to have a combination to serve as co-trustees. This podcast discusses what should be thought about prior to choosing a trustee.
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Medicaid Compliant Annuities: Planning for Nursing Home Care | 6 - 13 - 23
06/07/2023 Duración: 28minThis podcast discusses a case whereby a Medicaid compliant annuity was used to save thousands of dollars each month under governmental rules for governmental assistance.
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Physician - Assisted Suicide Laws | 6 - 6 - 23
01/06/2023 Duración: 26minThe general rules regarding physician-assisted suicide in the states that have permitted this are discussed along with the waiver of residency requirements in Vermont and Oregon.
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Medicaid Success Story For Governmental Payment Of Care At Home | 5 - 30 - 23
01/06/2023 Duración: 29minKnowledge of the law and rules can be beneficial in shifting long-term care costs to the government.
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Palliative Care Vs. Hospice Care & 7 Documents To Prepare For End - Of - Life Planning | 5 - 23 - 23
01/06/2023 Duración: 28minThe difference between hospice and palliative care is discussed along with 7 documents used in planning for end-of-life.
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Are Fake Deeds Fake News? | 5 - 16 - 23
01/06/2023 Duración: 27minAlthough there are some who try to defraud through the use of fake deeds, the protection of title lock companies is generally overblown. Steps to recognize issues and reduce risk are discussed.
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Great Balls Of Fire (Jerry Lee Lewis' Son Gets Evicted From His Famous Dad's Homestead) | 5 - 9-23
09/05/2023 Duración: 27minJerry Lee Lewis constantly battled the IRS and he was married 7 times. His attempt to "protect" the homestead since he didn't own it when he passed shocking his son who thought he would get his father's home as set forth in the will of Jerry Lee Lewis. Instead, he got evicted by his first cousins.
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Additional Steps For Probating A Copy Of A Lost Will In Texas | 5 - 2 - 23
09/05/2023 Duración: 28minIf the original of your will is lost, then the law requires additional steps during probate to be valid as the law presumes the original will was destroyed.
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Ethical Wills | 4 - 25 - 23
09/05/2023 Duración: 28minPassing your life lessons, values, stories, and beliefs may be more valuable than assets transferred through estate planning.
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Will Seniors Benefit From The Proposed Property Tax Relief? | 4 - 18 - 23
09/05/2023 Duración: 28minThe Texas legislature is discussing various bills for property tax relief. Possible options, including reduced property taxes for serious are discussed.
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QLAC - Planning With Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts | 4 - 11 - 23
13/04/2023 Duración: 27minAlthough never tested, a new law may give planning opportunities to save more for a spouse or family under public benefits laws.
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Who Is Eligible For Free Care At Home | 4 - 4 - 23
13/04/2023 Duración: 27minThe government will sometimes pay for care at home. A description of how one obtains eligibility and the conditions for coverage are described.