Geraldine retired at age 68. She wasn’t worried about Medicare. After all, she had signed up when she turned 65, so she assumed that part of her retirement planning was already finished.
Then she discovered that Medicare enrollment can be
Elder Law Issues
The Elder Law Issues blog, published by Fleming & Curti, PLC, focuses on legal topics relevant to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their families. It covers estate planning, including wills, trusts, and probate administration, as well as fiduciary services such as guardianships and conservatorships. The blog addresses practical concerns like power of attorney, special needs planning, and care management. It also discusses emerging trends in elder law, such as alternative body disposition methods and legal disputes involving estates. The content aims to guide readers through complex decisions related to aging, incapacity, and end-of-life planning.
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Book Report: Crying in H Mart
By Jordan Young
Spoiler Warning: This newsletter discusses major plot points in “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner.
For some reason, whenever I am always picking up books that intersect with elder law. I don’t do pick them up on purpose, but…
SSI Rules Can Challenge Trustees
There’s a mountain of online and in-person discussion about the importance of SSI rules to trustees. The Social Security Administration maintains a “SSI Spotlight on Trusts” page that explains how to maintain SSI eligibility. The Special Needs Alliance…
May Wrap-Up: The richest cat in the world and living funerals
By Jordan Young
It’s the end of the month. This month we’re talking about pets inheriting and living funerals.
The Richest Cat in the World
When fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld died in 2019, there was much speculation about who would receive his estate.…
The History of Guardianship (and Conservatorship)
News coverage of guardianship and conservatorship matters abound. But how did these systems come to be? That is, what is the history of guardianship?
Ancient Rome and even earlier
Early Roman law adopted processes that existed even before the modern…
Death Doulas
By Jordan Young
When a loved one is dying, it can be overwhelming for family, friends and the person who is dying. From organizing hospice care, to intense emotions and grief, there is a lot to navigate when someone is nearing the end…
Arizona Electronic Will Update – 2026
Just a few years ago, Arizona electronic wills were a “thing.” Our legislature adopted an Arizona electronic will law in 2018 (to be effective in mid-2020). At the time, only Nevada and Indiana had moved more quickly.
Then the entire…
April Wrap Up: New Takes On Historical Estates
By Jordan Young
It’s the end of the month. That means it’s time for the end of the month round up. This month, my googling brought me to two stories – the Hseigh estate and the Guinness estate. The stories themselves aren’t necessarily…
Guardianship vs Alternatives in Arizona
You find yourself at a crossroads. A disabled family member either has extreme difficulty or is incapable of managing their affairs. You want to assist them and have heard about the concept of guardianship. So you end up calling a law office to get…
Book Report: Remarkably Bright Creatures
By Jordan Young
It may not come as a surprise to readers of this newsletter that I am an avid reader. I enjoy all sorts of books from contemporary fiction to fantasy; from romance, to memoirs. I like to read what’s popular, what’s…