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.
Should an Estate Plan Be Your New Year’s Resolution?
As we step into a new year, it's not uncommon to make resolutions focused on personal growth, health, or career aspirations. However, one crucial resolution that often goes overlooked is estate planning. Establishing an estate plan is a proactive step that ensures...
You Promised You Wouldn’t Send Your Parents to a Nursing Home, But…
A Heartfelt Promise and the Reality of Caregiving In a quiet moment, you may have looked into your aging parents' eyes and made a solemn promise, "I'll never put you in a nursing home." It's a vow filled with love, commitment, and the best intentions. However, as time...
Is It Too Late for Me to Get Long-Term Care Insurance?
As you or your loved ones age, the importance of planning for long-term care becomes increasingly evident. Long-term care insurance can be a vital part of this plan, helping to cover the costs of nursing homes, assisted living, and in-home care. But what if you...
How Much Will Medicaid Pay Towards a Nursing Home Stay?
When it comes to long-term care, many individuals and their families rely on Medicaid to help cover the costs. Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to low-income individuals, including support for nursing home care. However,...
What’s the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?
If you or a loved one are navigating the complexities of elder care and estate planning, it's important to understand the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia. Though it may seem these two terms are used interchangeably, they refer to different aspects of...
9 Essential Tips For Caring For a Spouse With Alzheimer’s Disease
Caring for a spouse with Alzheimer's disease can be an emotionally challenging and physically demanding journey. Alzheimer's is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, making caregiving a complex and delicate task. To navigate this...
What Could Happen if Your College Student Doesn’t Sign a POA?
As the new academic year begins, parents across the country are making sure their college-bound students have everything they need for a successful start. From textbooks and laptops to dorm essentials, the back-to-school checklist can be overwhelming. However, there's...
Don’t Send Your College Student Off to Campus Without These 3 Legal Documents
Estate planning isn’t usually a top priority for college students. In fact, for most incoming freshmen (and returning sophomores, juniors, and seniors…) estate planning doesn’t even crack the top 10 priorities on their list. However, there are certain legal documents...
7 Questions and Answers on Estate Planning for Second Marriages
Estate planning is a crucial step for everyone—regardless of marital status. However, when it comes to second marriages, it becomes even more important to carefully consider your estate planning decisions. Second marriages often involve complex family dynamics,...
How to Estate Plan for Children in a Blended Family
Beginning a new relationship later in your life can be an exciting development. You’ve learned a great deal from past experience—and you’re ready to begin again from a more mature and responsible position. This means that making decisions in your estate planning will...
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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Having Tough Conversations About Estate Planning… Without Ruining the Holidays
During the holidays, estate planning may not be top of mind—but avoiding the conversation can have serious consequences.
Nursing Home Medicaid Preplanning Versus Crisis Planning
In this episode, attorney Bill Miller discusses the probate process in Alabama, focusing on whether a will must be probated.
Does a Will Have to be Probated in Alabama
In this episode, attorney Bill Miller discusses the probate process in Alabama, focusing on whether a will must be probated.
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