We have heard from clients who have received mysterious lump sum deposits into their accounts from Social Security. Recent developments in the Social Security Administration’s Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) have led to these lump-sum deposits appearing in the accounts of some retirees. While this unexpected windfall may seem like good news, it could have unintended…
President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law today, repealing two controversial provisions of Social Security—the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO)—which previously reduced benefits for many public sector retirees. The Act significantly affects Connecticut’s public employees, particularly teachers, police officers, firefighters, and other state and municipal workers who…
Older Driver Safety Awareness is crucial, especially during the winter months when inclement weather and shorter daylight hours create added challenges. As individuals age, changes in vision, reaction time, and physical flexibility can affect driving ability, making winter driving particularly risky. Raising awareness about these challenges and implementing strategies for safer driving can help older…
We have everything you need to know right here! With this insightful breakdown by Elder Law Attorney Joan Reed Wilson, understand how the latest estate planning and elder law updates of 2023 will affect you. For those who enjoy numbers over words, this article is for you. For those who don’t, read slowly! Related…
November has been designated “National Family Caregivers” month to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate the community, recognize family caregivers, and increase support for caregivers. In our practice (and in my own family), we see many families who are supporting an aging loved one. It’s what people do, especially for a parent or others who…
Definition of Conservator – A guardian or a protector nominated by the probate court to manage the financial affairs and/or personal affairs and daily life of the conserved person due to physical or mental limitations. Who Can Be a Conservator? It may be a single individual, a state official, a non-profit organization, a business, or…
