Gainesville, Florida, Elder Law Legal Blog

During the holiday season many families make time to get together. Whether it is traveling to relatives who live out of town, gathering together around the fireplace, or simply driving to a local family member’s house to share a meal, the holidays are often the only...

The only thing worse than not having an estate plan, is not regularly updating one to reflect life changes, tax considerations or other events that might significantly affect your interests. It’s your legacy, why not ensure your wishes are honored and your property is...

Fall is the season of giving back and being grateful for the people you have in your life. While many of us remember the last time we thanked our friends, family members, and other loved ones, do you remember when you last told your caregiver “thank you”? This...

Guardianship vs. Guardian Advocacy If you are a parent of a child that has special needs or a developmental disability, you may have heard the terms “Guardianship” or “Guardian Advocacy”. Although, the terms “Guardianship” and “Guardian Advocacy” sound similar the two...

Can a Popular Diabetes Drug Slow Aging? Last December, the FDA approved a clinical trial in people to determine if metformin, a popular medication used to control diabetes, might be used to slow the aging process in seniors. The trial is called Targeting Aging with...

Does a Child with Special Needs Need a Guardian? Parents of all children are the natural guardians until the child reaches 18 at which point that child transforms in the eyes of law into an adult.  Often parents are shocked to learn they have no rights to speak with...

What do you do when your loved one refuses to take their medication? It is not uncommon for seniors to refuse or forget to take their prescribed medication. Sometimes, they don’t like the taste, or how it makes them feel,  or they may feel  the medication is...

As our loved ones age it is important that they feel safe and comfortable in their homes. Although, the design and safety features needed in a home can vary from person to person, here are a few general ideas of how to ensure that your loved ones are safe and happy in...

How big is your digital footprint? Since the start of the new millennium the number of people using the internet has increased worldwide, some estimate that there has been a global increase of more than 500% from 2000-2015!  Some people are very comfortable with the...

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains un-awakened” Antole France Animals have been mans’ partners since the beginning of time. They have carried us, tilled our fields, and borne burdens too heavy for humans. Throughout time animals have earned a...