Estate Planning & Elder Law Blog
Explore articles, guides, and practical advice on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, probate, Veterans benefits, and long-term care. Our goal is to help Alabama families make informed decisions and protect what matters most.
Does Medicaid Pay for Home Health Care?
As they age, many people prefer to remain independent and stay in their own homes, even if they need skilled nursing assistance. Although home health care is less expensive than residential 24/7 care, the cost is still high for many people. If you or a loved one need...
When to Use Non-Compete and Non-Disclosure Agreements
When two things are similar, yet distinctly different, choosing between the two can be difficult. Take non-compete and non-disclosure agreements, for example. It’s important to know the difference between the two to make sure your business is as protected as possible....
Why Hire an Anniston Medicaid Lawyer?
Have you ever looked for something, thinking it was far away only to learn it was right there in plain sight? If you or a loved one needs help with Medicaid, it’s important to understand why hiring an Anniston Medicaid lawyer may be best. As an example, let’s look at...
4 Legal Concerns of Caregivers
Louise provided in-home services for an elderly couple, Leonard and Amelia. Five days a week, she helped the couple bathe and dress, cooked, did some light housekeeping, and helped manage their prescriptions. Louise felt that most of the couple’s medical needs were...
My Parents Need Help with Daily Activities. Can Medicaid Help?
Jeanie lived several hours away from her parents, Norah and James. As they entered their 80s, Norah and James started needing a little more assistance, so they could stay in their home as long as possible. Unfortunately, Jeanie was unable to be with them as much as...
Common Business Contracts
Doug and Jackie finished preparing the paperwork to start their new business, Alabama Technology Partners, Inc. However, it soon became apparent that they would need to write, review, and sign many different contracts and agreements in the course of their work. Doug...
Intestacy in Alabama: Don’t Let the State Do Your Estate Planning
Can you imagine letting a stranger make decisions that affect your loved ones? That’s what happens, however, when you pass away without leaving a valid Will. Like it or not, most if not all of your estate will go through probate. Without the guidance and instructions...
My Income Exceeds the Medicaid Monthly Income Limit. What Can I Do?
Failing to qualify for benefits you desperately need is distressing. Yet benefit programs have to have limits and requirements. Take Medicaid. It provides much-needed benefits to eligible persons. Eligibility is based, in part, on income and resources, or property...
3 Reasons You Need an Estate Plan NOW
Some things we can do on the fly, spontaneously, on the spur of the moment. Other events require planning to make them run smoothly. Estate planning, as the name states, is about planning. Unless you are a psychic and can tell the exact moment you will need an estate...
What Are Articles of Incorporation?
One of the first thing you’ll do when starting a business is choose a business entity. Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, and corporation are the most common business structures. However, there are advantages and disadvantages to each of...
About the Attorney
Bill Miller is the founder of Miller Estate & Elder Law and focuses his practice on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, Veterans benefits, and long-term care planning. A Calhoun County native, Bill is a VA-accredited attorney, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), and a past president of the Calhoun County Bar Association. He is passionate about helping Alabama families protect their loved ones, their assets, and their legacy.
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Estate Planning for Young Couples
Estate planning for young parents comes with some unique wrinkles, but by working with an experienced professional, you can ensure that your family is well protected.
The Five Biggest Mistakes People Make When Applying for Medicaid
In this episode, attorney Bill Miller discusses the five biggest mistakes that people make when applying for Medicaid to pay for nursing home care. He shares stories and examples to illustrate these mistakes and provides valuable insights on how to avoid them.
How Your Marriage May Change When Your Spouse Has Alzheimer’s
Receiving news that your spouse has Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenge that requires significant life adjustments.
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