Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Five Estate Planning Myths That Too Many People Still Believe
Estate planning is complicated. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about how estate planning actually works. At Fisher Law LLC, we are committed to helping people and families put the right plan in place. Within this article, our Boston estate planning attorney dispels five estate planning myths that far too many people… Read More »
Can I Set Up A POA That Only Takes Effect If I Am Incapacitated?
Are you preparing an estate plan? It is a best practice to have a Durable Power of Attorney (“DPOA”, which is sometimes referred to as just a “POA”) in place. You may be wondering: Can I set up a power of attorney that will only become active if I am incapacitated? In Massachusetts, the… Read More »
Three Tips For Using A Trust To Protect Assets In Massachusetts
Asset protection is one of the most important aspects of comprehensive estate planning. It is too often overlooked. Asset protection requires deliberate planning under Massachusetts law. A properly structured trust can shield assets from certain creditors, preserve wealth for beneficiaries, and reduce exposure in high-risk professions. At Fisher Law LLC, we have extensive experience… Read More »
You Cannot Rely On Medicare Or Nursing Home Care Coverage In Massachusetts
Medicare is an important public health program. It helps to ensure that senior citizens are able to access the care that they need. However, Medicare will generally not pay for nursing home care. The program only offers limited, short-term nursing home care coverage. Medicaid is the public program for nursing home costs. The difference… Read More »