Ohio NAELA News
Welcome to the news blog of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Ohio Chapter. Here we share news related to Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Special Needs Planning, Veterans Benefits and more — for the benefit of our Chapter members, and the general public seeking more information about Elder Law.
Biden to announce 1 million Vet claims granted for burn pits exposure
From the Wisconsin Examiner— By Jennifer Shutt — WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is set to announce in New Hampshire on Tuesday, May 21, that 1 million claims have been granted for benefits under the toxic exposure law that Congress approved less than two years ago,...
Heirs to $35 billion fortune face off over Atlanta’s controversial ‘Cop City’
From Bloomberg — By Brett Pulley — Alexander Cox Taylor is the fourth-generation scion of a dynasty valued at $35 billion. He runs the family conglomerate, Cox Enterprises Inc., while supporting civic causes in his hometown of Atlanta, including a new $110 million...
Proposed change in Social Security could mean more money for retirees
A proposed bill could change how the Social Security COLA is calculated, resulting in higher benefits for retirees. From Kiplinger — BY ERIN BENDIG — A new bill could result in an important change in Social Security cost of living adjustments (COLAs) that could...
Autism diagnosis often takes longer for girls
From DisabilityScoop.org — By Lauren J. Mapp, The San Diego Union-Tribune/TCA — SAN DIEGO — Donning one of her favorite unicorn-themed nightgowns and perched comfortably in an extra large beanbag chair, Alyssa Tracy watches videos on her tablet. It’s a quiet, early...
Federal nursing home staffing standards to increase care hours for residents
From AARP — By Maura Kelly Lannan — A new rule also requires registered nurses to be on site around the clock The Biden administration has set minimum staffing levels for nursing homes for the first time under a rule announced Monday, which establishes comprehensive...
A little extra planning can avoid ‘heir wars’
From Forbes— By Bob Carlson — The legacy of late California Senator Dianne Feinstein was tarnished by a series of lawsuits filed before her death. The suits revealed rifts in the family and shortcomings in the estate plans of Feinstein and her late husband....
IRS’s December surprise: trust tax reimbursement revisions
From JD Supra— By Stefan Dunkelgrun / Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP — On the last workday of the year, December 29, 2023, the IRS issued a Chief Counsel Memorandum adding a wrinkle to one of the most frequently used estate planning techniques — to give...
Group: Congress should create national database of older adults in guardianships
From McKnight's Senior Living— By Lois A. Bowers — Congress should create and fund a national database that contains demographic data about older adults who have guardians, recommends a new white paper from Justice in Aging. The national nonprofit legal...
Medicare plans can cover Wegovy for patients with heart conditions
From The Washington Post — By Daniel Gilbert — Medicare plans can cover the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy to treat seniors with a history of cardiovascular disease, officials said Thursday, March 21, a move that could substantially expand access to the blockbuster...