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3 Legal Pitfalls in Caregiving for Alzheimer's Parents

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 11/20/2011 - 04:22

When children become caregivers for parents with dementias such as Alzheimer's, they may not realize the legal and financial ramifications. In this video, two top elder law attorneys discuss three real-life cases.

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Fight Medical Bill Errors

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 10/16/2011 - 17:26

Watch this ABC News video on the most common errors hospitals and clinics make on medical bills. Learn how to fight them.

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Ex-College Football Players File Dementia Lawsuit

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 09:57

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Two former college football players who suffer from the residual effects of head injuries filed a class-action lawsuit today against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

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Insuring Against Chronical Illness Fends Off the Leading Cause of Bankruptcy for Older Americans

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 07/31/2011 - 09:20

LifeAccess Rider allows consumers to manage their own care and pay family members for the help they provide

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Legal Capacity & Staying in Control [VIDEO]

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 06/19/2011 - 12:29

In this episode of "Law & Advice for Savvy Seniors and Their Families," Professor Hegland offers a clear explanation of the important concept of "Legal Capacity." 

He covers the following areas:

  • Working definition
  • How can you test someone for it?
  • What to do if you or a relative are losing it
  • What if a relative already lost legal capacity?
  • How can one stay mentally spry?

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Have Your Wishes Honored Using Advance Directives

Submitted by Legal and Financial on Sun, 05/29/2011 - 14:49

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