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Bride-to-be paralyzed after prank gone wrong: Forced to choose marriage or Medicaid

Although this tragic story does not involve "elder law" per se, it does highlight the strict eligibility rules that Medicaid recipients must adhere to. Moreover, it perhaps calls into question some of the policies that may bring … [Read more...]

Power to the Patients! New Rules Forbid Discrimination in Medicare Facilities

Patient advocates have commented by the thousands in an effort to end any real or perceived discrimination. In April, 2010, President Obama echoed these pleas...as of this week, new rules have been established and will go into … [Read more...]

How New Health Information Technology Will Save Money and Lives

Why is it that our most sensitive, personal data is often in an unorganized state of disarray? Most of us probably could more quickly pull a given DVD or book from our collections than proffer to a doctor a condition or … [Read more...]

Good News – We’re Growing!

The Farr Law Firm, a busy, dynamic, and growing Elder Law & Estate Planning firm in Fairfax City, seeks to add an experienced Paralegal or Attorney to our Estate Planning and Estate Administration practice team. You must … [Read more...]

Elder Abuse: A Crime Against the Disadvantaged

Abuse can come in many forms, and can affect a variety of individuals. Whether it be a child, nursing home resident, or incapacitated person - there is a common thread in most cases. Usually, the abused is a disadvantaged person … [Read more...]

“The Soldier” by Charles M. Province

Today I received this piece by Charles M. Province from a colleague.  In honor of all the brave men and women who have served our country, it is my pleasure to pass it on.  Please feel free to email or forward it to your friends … [Read more...]

*Virginia has no procedure for approving certifying organizations.

Read our post"What Does CELA really mean?" for more details. … [Read more...]

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