Bridget MacKay with MacKay Dressler Law Firm. Now we’re back on the subject of capacity versus undue influence. I’ve already described what capacity means to create an estate plan, whether that’s a will or a trust. But I want to talk a little bit about undue influence, which is a very different concept. Undue influence […]
Elder Law
When Is the Right Time to Move into Assisted Living?
No one wants to think about giving up the independence they have enjoyed all their lives. However, as we age, we experience physical and cognitive changes that may require us to rely on others to complete activities of daily life. When a parent lives independently, this means they are responsible for themselves and can participate […]
Elder Law Alert: Medi-Cal Asset Limit Is Returning in 2026
A quiet but important change is about to affect Medi-Cal eligibility in California. Beginning January 1, 2026, the state will reinstate asset limits for non-MAGI Medi-Cal programs, including long-term care coverage. If you are age 65 or older and may need skilled nursing care in the future, this shift could have serious financial consequences. For […]
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