Posts by Vanessa Carlson
Kommer Bave & Ciccone LLP Walks To End Alzheimer’s
This weekend, the KBC LLP team walked to support the effort to end Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. It was a beautiful day to get out for an important cause and be part of the huge effort by the Westchester Community to make a difference in this fight. Attorney Advertising
Read MoreModifying An Irrevocable Trust Through Trust Decanting
A trust is a legal document establishing a legal relationship in which one person (trustee) holds title to property, subject to an obligation to keep or use the property for the benefit of another (beneficiary). Trusts can be revocable or irrevocable. If you (the grantor) choose to create a revocable trust, you can modify it…
Read MoreLiving Trusts: Revocable vs. Irrevocable
Trusts can be useful tools to protect your assets, save on estate taxes, or set aside money for a family member. You may be considering adding this kind of legal document to your own estate plan. Before you commit to establishing a trust, make sure you understand the differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts. Each…
Read MoreAdult Guardianship – Key Facts to Know
Guardianship of an adult is a court-supervised arrangement where one person assumes responsibility for an adult who is incapacitated. If a loved one starts experiencing memory loss or becomes unable to make decisions for themselves for any other reason (including accident or sudden illness), you may consider asking the court to appoint a guardian for…
Read MoreUpcoming Programs Offered By The Kensington White Plains
The Kensington White Plains will be offering the following programs in July. For more information, visit thekensingtonwhiteplains.com Attorney Advertising
Read MoreBringing Awareness to Alzheimer’s
Did you know that nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s? June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and here at Kommer Bave & Ciccone LLP we are working to raise awareness of this devastating disease. As elder law attorneys, we are acutely aware of the impact of Alzheimer’s and other dementias on the individuals and…
Read MoreNew York State Legislation Considering Medical Aid in Dying Act
Medical aid-in-dying (MAID) involves having a physician prescribe a lethal dose of medication at the request of a competent patient with a terminal illness. While traditionally, assisted suicide has been viewed as a crime, a trend has been emerging with more states legalizing medical aid in dying. As of 2024, MAID is legal in the…
Read MoreJune 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 10 percent of older adults experience some form of abuse each year. In addition to physical harm, elder abuse can also encompass financial exploitation, neglect, and emotional abuse. Older adults who experience abuse are more likely to suffer depression, physical injuries, cognitive decline, and premature death. To raise…
Read MoreJoann D’Emilio, Esq. to Speak on Elder Law and Estate Planning
Joann D’Emilio, Esq., senior associate attorney with Kommer Bave & Ciccone LLP, has been invited to speak at the Ardsley Senior Center on June 12th about Elder Law and Estate Planning. With her practice focusing on Trusts and Estates, Elder Law, and Special Needs matters she has extensive experience in developing estate plans. During this…
Read MoreNew York State Law Now Allows One to Name a Beneficiary on a Deed
Effective July 19, 2024, New Yorkers will be able to file the newly authorized “Transfer on Death” deed form. This new form allows an individual to designate their property deed to transfer to one or more beneficiaries upon their death – without the property needing to go through probate. This deed is revocable, and only…
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