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The Elder Care Journey
Jun 07, 2014
By Rick Law of Law Elder Law. Serving Seniors, Boomers, and Their Families in West Suburban Aurora, IL Just off the I-88 tollway. The “Elder Care Journey” is a continuum of possible care needs that get more intense as the journey progresses. Typically, the journey progresses as follows: Healthy, vigorous senior – Most of today’s […]
What if You Don’t Die? By Elder Law Attorney Rick Law in West Suburban Chicagoland
Aug 30, 2013
Nearly 1 in 2 Seniors Will Become Incapacitated Before They Die… Are You Willing to Gamble Your Life Savings on a 50/50 Shot in the Dark? Fortunately, there are legal, ethical ways to plan for retirement, protect your family, and gain peace of mind. Do you have a fear of outliving your life savings? It’s […]
How a Little Mistake Could Cost You $7,000 a Month
Aug 27, 2013
By Chicagoland Senior Advocate Rick Law of Law Elderlaw in Aurora, IL Do you have the information you need to keep your family safe? Caring for a beloved family member with Alzheimer’s isn’t easy; it’s one of the toughest tasks anyone can undertake. As an elder law attorney, I witness the burden families bear taking […]
Alzheimer’s Disease Changed My Life
Aug 08, 2013
In the year 2000, I (Rick Law) was primarily focused on legal matters in the areas of taxation, real estate, and investments. I was totally prepared for legal questions within my professional comfort zone. Alzheimer’s Disease was not on my career radar screen. A call from a close friend came in to my office. With […]
Elder Law’s Most Frequently Asked Questions: How Can I Find The Best Care For My Loved One?
Jun 07, 2013
By Rick Law, Chicagoland Area Attorney and Estate Planner Do you know where to turn for assistance when crisis or illness strikes? We at Law Elder Law have many connections with care facilities and services in your community. We are here to help you find care services that are the right fit for you and your […]
Could Medicaid Help Pay for Your In-Home Care? By Rick Law, Chicagoland Elder Care Attorney & Senior Estate Planner in Aurora, IL
Apr 23, 2013
Most people want to remain at home for as long as possible as they age. Some seniors living at home need help with activities of daily living. The problem is, the cost of hiring in-home help can add up quickly and a nursing home or assisted living facility becomes the only option. Few people know […]
A New Committee is Born: Elder Care, Disability, and Mental Health Law
Oct 04, 2011
On September 28, 2011, we kicked off the first meeting of the Elder Care, Disability and Mental Health Law Committee of the Kane County Bar Association (KCBA). The committee, which is co-chaired by Kane County State’s Attorney Joseph McMahon and yours truly, will explore issues that impact the law and lives of clients, attorneys, […]
Protecting Vulnerable Seniors
Jun 08, 2011
Due to the recent sensationalism of the Mickey Rooney case, we were asked by a reporter with the Wall Street Journal to provide anecdotal stories for an article about how to protect vulnerable seniors from financial abuse. The key focus was, specifically, to examine the misuse of financial powers of attorney by trusted persons. Our […]
When Dementia Hits the Pocketbook
May 05, 2011
After a long hiatus, we’re back to posting regularly on our blog! We’ve been very busy over the past year and can’t wait to share what we’ve been doing with our readers; but first, we want to share some important information about an issue that affects many of the clients who come into our office, […]
Rita Hayworth Alzheimer’s Association Gala
May 26, 2010
Recently, Kerry Peck of the law firm of Peck Bloom LLC and his wife Hillary invited us to join their table for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Rita Hayworth Chicago fundraising gala. I am unaccustomed to attending formal black-tie events, but this one was worth the effort. Princess Yasmin Aga Khan is the gala’s general chair. Princess […]
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My wife and I had our first child three years ago. That’s when we decided to set up a trust, should anything happen to either of us. We reached out to Zach Hesselbaum to help us out. He was very thorough and professional throughout the whole process. Zach went above and beyond to make sure that we understood every detail of setting it up and he did an excellent job. We recently had our second child a few months ago. With the new baby, he helped us make the necessary revisions to the trust. Zach made this process great for us! I would definitely recommend using him for any of your estate planning needs!
Tom G., Naperville, IL