Every year, Alzheimer’s organizations around the world elevate their activity level on World Alzheimer’s Day in an effort to raise awareness and funding for research into this disease. This year’s observation will be held on September 21st. Alzheimer’s disease strikes a new victim every 68 seconds, robbing them of their…
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Elder Law vs. Elder Care
May 31, 2016
Whether you are an aging adult seeking resources on your own behalf or the adult child of an aging senior looking out for the best interest of your parent, you have a lot to learn. Elder law, elder care, Medicaid planning and powers of attorney – all of these are…
May is Elder Abuse Awareness Month
May 25, 2016
May is notable because in addition to being Elder Law Awareness Month it is also Elder Abuse Awareness. Though they may seem only loosely related at first glance, they are all important and interconnected issues for those who work as advocates for the elderly. Rothamel Bratton is a law firm…
Chris Bratton Celebrates Milestone Practicing Elder Law and Estate Planning for 15 Years
May 16, 2016
Rothamel Bratton’s founding partner, Charles “Chris” Bratton, II, Esq., LL.M marks 15 years of practicing law this year! Mr. Bratton has helped countless clients and their families with estate planning, tax planning, elder law and life care planning matters over the last decade and a half. A graduate of Rutgers…
Elder Law Awareness Month
May 06, 2016
Though most “awareness” events are held to raise consciousness of illnesses and how to prevent them, that is not always the case. Increased awareness is a good thing for all sorts of overlooked areas of our lives, whether in terms of our need to show greater appreciation for our loved…
What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? Answers from a South Jersey Elder Lawyer
Feb 08, 2016
Though most people have heard of Medicare and Medicaid, for many the terms are vague and have little application to their lives. People know that both are social insurance programs provided by the government, but unless they have a specific need they rarely know more than that, and have a…
Should You Put Your Child On Your Bank Account? Estate Planning and Elder Law Advice from Rothamel Bratton
Jan 27, 2016
As people grow older and begin to fear losing some of their abilities, they often grown concerned about how their money would be handled and bills paid were they to become temporarily or permanently disabled. Many jump to the conclusion that they should add their adult child’s name to their…
Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Legislation For Elder Law and Estate Law in NJ
Jan 26, 2016
Governor Chris Christie took action on legislation from the 216th Legislative Session. This included legislation for both elder law and estate law issues. We have compiled some of the notable items from the 216th Legislative Session. Legislation that may affect you includes: S-2110/A-3343 (Oroho/Space, Vainieri Huttle, Schaer, Phoebus, Pinkin) – This…
What Items in an Assisted Living Contract Should You look at Carefully Before Signing? Answers from an Elder Lawyer
Jan 22, 2016
Making the decision to move from your long-time home into an assisted living facility is something that few take lightly, but once the decision is made, most people then spend a good deal of time researching the various residences that are available to them. It is important to know what…
Man Required To Pay For Mother’s Care Under PA Filial Responsibility Law
Dec 04, 2015
A Pennsylvania appeals court held that a son is required to pay for his mother’s care under the state’s filial responsibility law even though the mother does not have outstanding medical bills and the son claims he had an abusive childhood. Eori v. Eori (Pa. Super. Ct., No. 1342 WDA…