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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Legal Anatomy - Simple Wills Could Lead To Big Problems | 10-4-22
07/11/2022 Duración: 28minAlthough it is good to have a Will, protection of the beneficiary or beneficiaries from a variety of possibilities. (1) Being disabled, (2) having creditor issues, (3) having an addiction, (4) marital problems, (5) being a minor, (6) potentially losing public benefits, (7) being a spendthrift, (8) having tax concerns.
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Should Parents Give In Their Lives Bulk Of Their Assets To Their Adult Children? | 9 - 27 - 22
03/10/2022 Duración: 28minThe most common reasons why a parent gives away the bulk of their assets are not justified. The podcast describes why parents may think it is best and why their rationale is flawed.
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How Divorce Affects Your Estate Planning | 9 - 20 - 22
03/10/2022 Duración: 28minDivorce affects estate planning documents such as wills and powers of attorney as well as some (but not all) beneficiary designations. This podcast describes Texas law and actions that should be taken if one thinks there may be a divorce.
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You Don't Need To Get Divorced To Get Long - Term Care Medicaid | 9 - 13 - 22
03/10/2022 Duración: 26minAs a result of certain federal and state laws, divorce is not needed to obtain eligibility for the government to pay for skilled care at home or at a nursing home. This podcast describes the requirements and how eligibility could be obtained so that the well spouse has assets to live for the remainder of his or her life.
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No Capacity, No Medical Power Of Attorney - No Problem | 9-6-22
08/09/2022 Duración: 29minTexas law permits surrogates to act and make medical decisions on behalf of a patient under certain conditions even if the patient has not signed a Medical Power of Attorney. This podcast describes the conditions and who can act as a surrogate.
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8 Reasons Why Elderly Should Not Get Married | 8-30-22
08/09/2022 Duración: 27minPitfalls could await if elderly get married (especially if a spouse has children from a prior relationship.) This podcast describes different rights a spouse may be entitled to during or upon death as a result of marriage.
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10 Common Mistakes When Completing a Nursing Home Medicaid Application | 8-23-22
08/09/2022 Duración: 27minSince many do not have adequate insurance for long-term care (i.e., nursing home care or care at home) and Medicaid eligibility is important to pay for such care, it is often critical to reduce risk in preparing an application. Common mistakes are discussed so that errors could be avoided.
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10 Common Questions on When to Make a Distribution from Your IRA | 8-16-2022
08/09/2022 Duración: 27minTiming of distributing and to whom distributions are made are critical in tax deferred growth, charitable gifting, potential public benefits, additional taxation, and other issues.
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Gut Reaction - Your Gut Health May Affect Your Brain Health | 8 - 9-22
08/09/2022 Duración: 28minThe health of your stomach may affect your brain according to recent research in potential causes for dementia.
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Strategies In Estate Planning For An Estranged Child | 8 - 2-22
28/07/2022 Duración: 28min4 ways to handle estate planning by a parent for an estranged child.
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Types Of Real Estate Deeds In Texas | 7 - 26 - 22
28/07/2022 Duración: 28minThere are many types of ways real estate can be conveyed in Texas. This podcast discusses 11 options.
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Myths About Wills After The Testator Dies | 7 - 19 - 22
28/07/2022 Duración: 28minMany are confused as to the transfer of assets, payment of debts, and the probate process in Texas after the person who makes a Will dies. This podcast clarifies many of the misconceptions.
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Potential Loss Of Same Sex Marital Rights After SCOTUS Roe Vs. Wade Ruling | 7 - 12 - 22
28/07/2022 Duración: 28minThere are numerous rights that married couples have that are not given to those who are single. This podcast describes 10 of the potential benefits that can be lost if same sex couples cannot be married as suggested by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas as mentioned his decision in Roe v. Wade.
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Per Stirpes & Per Capita - What's the Difference? | 7 - 5-22
12/07/2022 Duración: 27minIf the beneficiary of a will or trust predeceases, wrong usage could lead to consequences.
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Problems With Transfer On Death Deeds | 6 - 28 - 22
12/07/2022 Duración: 28minAlthough sometimes Transfer on Death Deeds are desirable, there are 12 problems discussed.
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Should A Trust Be A Beneficiary Of A Retirement Account? | 6 - 21 - 22
12/07/2022 Duración: 28minOptions of when a trust should or should not be the beneficiary of a retirement account.
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Planning Issues With Ladybird Deeds | 6 - 14 - 22
12/07/2022 Duración: 28min2 difference case studies on estate planning issues and problems in connection to Ladybird (Enhanced Life Estate) Deeds.
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Common Long - Term Medicaid Myths | 6 - 07 - 22
09/06/2022 Duración: 28minIt is often misunderstood of what is required for the government to pay for nursing home costs or to protect your assets. The truth on common Medicaid myths are discussed.
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Gift Giving Ramification | 5 - 31 - 22
09/06/2022 Duración: 26minTax and public benefit and other planning should be considered before making a gift.
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Community Property & Separate Property In Estate Planning | 5 - 24 - 22
09/06/2022 Duración: 27minPros and cons of community and separate property are considered in estate planning ranging from tax planning to control issues.