What is the Medical Aid in Dying Act?The Medical Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act, also known as the MAID Act, became law in New Jersey in August 2019. This law permits terminally ill, adult patients residing in New Jersey to obtain and self-administer medication to end their lives peacefully and humanely. Since MAID […]
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What to do if your Medicaid Application is Denied?If you get a notice from a county Board of Social Services in New Jersey saying that a Medicaid application is denied, you have options and there is a procedure to follow to continue pursuing the application. However, that procedure is time-limited and you need to act […]
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How Do You Start the End-of-Life Conversation?One of the biggest questions and concerns for clients seeking the services of an elder law attorney is allaying the fear that they cannot make medical decisions on their loved one’s behalf at a critical time. Documents such as an advance medical directive, a living will, a POLST, and […]
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You are transitioning your loved one into a skilled nursing facility and are most likely feeling overwhelmed with the concern for your loved one’s well-being. In order to ensure your loved one receives the top care he or she deserves, your top priority should be understanding your loved one’s rights in a nursing home. State […]
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