Elder Law
The Sandwich Generation Is Carrying More Than Ever
Elder Law, Estate Administration
National Elder Law Month Every May, National Elder Law Month highlights the legal and financial challenges that come with aging. For many Georgia families, those challenges are not happening in isolation. They are happening while people are also raising children, working full-time jobs, and trying to keep up with everyday life. This growing group of ... Read more
Protecting Aging Loved Ones From Financial Scams
Elder Law, Estate Planning
Protecting Aging Loved Ones From Financial Exploitation At Robert M. Goldberg & Associates, many of the conversations we have with Georgia families center around preparation. People often think about estate planning in terms of wills, trusts, or long-term care planning, but one issue that continues to grow every year is financial exploitation targeting older adults. ... Read more
5 Myths of Elder Law
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning
National Elder Law Month As the number of older adults and people with disabilities continues to grow, so does the need for thoughtful long-term care and Estate Planning. Elder Law Attorneys are uniquely equipped to guide clients through these complex decisions, helping them prepare for the future while staying focused on what matters most: living ... Read more
Helping a Blended Family Create a Fair Estate Plan
Elder Law
Case Study
Blended families need more than basic estate planning. These client’s came to us for help creating an estate plan that would be fair to all, including children and grandchildren from previous marriages. We created a thoughtful plan to protect the surviving spouse, honor both family lines, and reduce the chance of conflict later.
Protecting an Aging Parent and Their Family From Financial Confusion and Stress
Elder Law
Case Study
Our client’s family came to us concerned for their mother. They’d noticed she was beginning to struggle managing things like the mail and financial decisions. She didn’t need a nursing home yet. What she needed was a strong incapacity plan that helped her family protect her, preserve her dignity, and avoid unnecessary court involvement.
Medicaid Doesn’t Have to Eat Your Savings
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning
Thinking about long-term care can feel scary. The last thing anyone wants is to spend a lifetime of savings just to cover nursing home or in-home care. That’s where Medicaid comes in—but most people don’t realize you can actually plan ahead so it works for you, not against you. So, What Is Medicaid Anyway? Medicaid ... Read more
New Year Resolution #5
Elder Law, Estate Planning
Many people delay Estate Planning because life feels busy or the process feels overwhelming. The start of a new year is the perfect time to begin. An Estate Plan provides structure, direction, and peace of mind. It helps families avoid confusion, protects loved ones, and prepares you for unexpected events. For caregivers and families supporting ... Read more
New Year Resolutions
Elder Law, Estate Planning
Resolutions 3 & 4 Resolution 3. Create a Durable and Healthcare Power of Attorney to appoint a decision maker if you are incapacitated. Aurable and healthcare powers of attorney allow you to appoint trusted individuals to make decisions when you cannot. Without these documents, families may face delays or court involvement during urgent situations. Resolution ... Read more
New Year’s Resolutions
Elder Law
Resolutions 1 & 2 A new year offers a natural moment to focus on long-term security for your family. Over the next month, we are going to go over 6 Estate planning goals. Let’s start with two important estate planning goals that often go hand in hand. Resolution 1. Create a Revocable Living Trust to ... Read more
Home for the Holidays – Part 2
Elder Law, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning
The Little Moments You Notice When You’re Back Home Being home for the holidays feels familiar in comforting ways. The same front door, the same couch, the same family routines. But sometimes, between meals and conversations, small moments stand out. Maybe your parent insists they are doing fine, yet you notice unpaid bills stacked neatly ... Read more
Home for the Holidays
Elder Law
A Meaningful Time to Check In on Aging Parents The holidays bring a kind of togetherness we do not get during the rest of the year. Families gather from near and far, stories get retold, favorite dishes return to the table, and for a brief moment life slows down enough for us to really notice ... Read more
Thanksgiving Reflections for Georgia Families
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning
Thanksgiving has a way of reminding us how complicated and beautiful family life can be. For so many families in Georgia, especially those in the sandwich generation, the holiday brings a mix of joy, connection, and a few quiet moments where the reality of caregiving becomes clear again. Plenty of people spent the long weekend ... Read more
