Are you part of the “sandwich generation”? The sandwich generation is the term that has come to be used to describe those among us who are sandwiched between the children that we are raising and nurturing and the aging parents who we are also taking more and more responsibility for. Being a member of the […]
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Have you ever had a dream in which you desperately needed help, but when you attempted to call out you found yourself unable to speak or cry out? It’s a very common nightmare, and an unfortunate reality for those suffering from aphasia, a language disorder that impacts the ability to communicate. Aphasia is an unfortunate
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June is a big month for celebrating. We congratulate our graduates, honor our flag, mark the first day of summer, and – perhaps best of all – we honor our fathers. There are so many great ways to mark the occasion – perhaps the most traditional of all is a backyard barbeque. If you’re looking
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This year, June 14th marks the 100-year anniversary of the establishment of Flag Day in the United States. Though it is not a federal holiday, it is an annual tradition and celebration that marks the adoption of our country’s flag on the anniversary of the date that it was made official back in 1777. The stars
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Whether you are an aging adult seeking resources on your own behalf or the adult child of an aging senior looking out for the best interest of your parent, you have a lot to learn. Elder law, elder care, Medicaid planning and powers of attorney – all of these are likely terms that are new to you,
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May is notable because in addition to being Elder Law Awareness Month it is also Elder Abuse Awareness. Though they may seem only loosely related at first glance, they are all important and interconnected issues for those who work as advocates for the elderly. Bratton Law Group is a law firm that has dedicated itself to issues
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Bratton Law Group’s founding partner, Charles “Chris” Bratton, II, Esq., LL.M marks 15 years of practicing law this year! Mr. Bratton has helped countless clients and their families with estate planning, tax planning, elder law and life care planning matters over the last decade and a half. A graduate of Rutgers Law, 2001, Chris is recognized as
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Over the past few years there have been many changes with regard to income taxes, capital gains taxes, surtaxes, estate taxes, and fiduciary responsibilities. Transfer tax exemptions and portability are now “permanent” for the first time since 2000. The definition of marriage has been expanded to include more couples than ever before. Clients are living
Attorneys, Accountants, and Financial Planners Learning to Survive in our New Tax World Read More »
Though most “awareness” events are held to raise consciousness of illnesses and how to prevent them, that is not always the case. Increased awareness is a good thing for all sorts of overlooked areas of our lives, whether in terms of our need to show greater appreciation for our loved ones, to show kindness to
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