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Fraud on the increase amid coronavirus
AccountingToday.com — Fraud is continuing to increase this year, in part due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. The report found that 79 percent of anti-fraud professionals have seen an increase in the...
How firms can plan holiday parties during the pandemic
The ABA Journal — In normal times, law firms would be hard at work planning their holiday parties, with some even going so far as to rent out museums or hire Michelin-starred chefs for their opulent soirees. For example, litigation firm Susman Godfrey, with offices in...
VA Partnership with Postal Service helps Vets avoid scams
The VAntage Point blog/US Dept. of Veterans Affairs — VA’s Privacy Service and the United States Postal Inspection Service – the law enforcement and crime prevention arm of the Postal Service – recently established a two-year agreement continuing their partnership to...
Why an Elder Law or Special Needs Law Attorney?
What is Elder and Special Needs Law?
Elder and Special Needs Law are specialized areas of law that involve representing, counseling, and assisting seniors, people with disabilities, and their families in connection with a variety of legal issues, from estate planning to long term care issues, with a primary emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life for the individuals. Typically, Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys address the client’s perspective from a holistic viewpoint by addressing legal, medical, financial, social and family issues.
Demand for Elder and Special Needs Law Is Growing
The number of older individuals in the population is projected to increase to 71.5 million in 2030, representing nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. As a result the need is growing for specialized legal advice about aging-related issues.
Learn more about Ohio NAELA
Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys