On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Oct 8, 2019 | Firm News
Many elderly people in Pennsylvania need the help and care to meet their daily needs. Unfortunately, there are times when the nursing home they live in does not care for them as they should. Neglect is not the same thing as abuse but does have warning signs to look...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | May 29, 2019 | Firm News
Most people in their lives have heard someone or another say how important it is to make a will. And they nod and agree—but then they still do not make one.Forbes reports that more than 50% of people in the United States do not have a will. Of course, the...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | May 13, 2019 | Firm News
Many different documents can be incorporated into an estate plan, such as wills, powers of attorney and advance healthcare directives. The documents you incorporate in your plan should depend on your current situation and estate planning goals.One common misconception...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | May 9, 2019 | Firm News
A recent survey by TD Bank of professionals attending the 53rd Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning revealed that, for the second year in a row, the most crucial issue in estate planning today is not tax reform or changing markets – it’s family...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | May 2, 2019 | estate planning, Firm News
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, Pennsylvania small businesses employed 2.5 million people in 2018. That is nearly half of the private sector workforce. With such a vital position in our economy, small business owners have an interest in ensuring...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Apr 28, 2019 | elder law, Firm News
Most adults in Pennsylvania have either personally had to care for an aging family member or known someone who has been faced with this responsibility. As the youngest baby boomers approach their 60s, this reality will only impact even more people across the nation....
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Apr 25, 2019 | elder law, Firm News
Most of us don’t want to imagine what will happen if we become unable to care for our own needs. But, as we age, it often becomes more challenging to manage our affairs and get the care we need. In some cases, the best way to ensure a loved one receives the care...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Apr 18, 2019 | Firm News
Giving to charity as part of your estate plan provides many benefits, including tax advantages and building a legacy connected to a cause you care about. But, how do you ensure that the charity you choose will use your gift in a way that benefits the cause?Finding a...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Apr 17, 2019 | Firm News, medicaid planning
As more people approach retirement age in Pennsylvania, new questions come to mind about how to pay for long-term care if it is ever needed. First, it is important to note that there is a difference between Medicare and Medicaid.The U.S. Department of Health and Human...
On Behalf of James S. Vergotz, Attorney at Law | Apr 11, 2019 | estate planning, Firm News
Many of us try not to think about what will happen if we are suddenly incapacitated. But when it comes to medical care, most of us would be upset if important decisions occurred without our input. A durable power of attorney lays out how you want decisions made for...
