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Should You Put Your Child On Your Bank Account? Estate Planning and Elder Law Advice from Bratton Law Group

As people grow older and begin to fear losing some of their abilities, they often grown concerned about how their money would be handled and bills paid were they to become temporarily or permanently disabled. Many jump to the conclusion that they should add their adult child’s name to their bank account, believing that doing […]

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Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Legislation For Elder Law and Estate Law in NJ

Governor Chris Christie took action on legislation from the 216th Legislative Session.  This included legislation for both elder law and estate law issues.  We have compiled some of the notable items from the 216th Legislative Session.  Legislation that may affect you includes: S-2110/A-3343 (Oroho/Space, Vainieri Huttle, Schaer, Phoebus, Pinkin) – This legislation requires nursing homes to

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What is a Charitable Remainder Trust and What Does It Do? Bratton Law Group, South Jersey Elder Lawyers, Explain

When planning for the long term future, many people are interested in making sure that their philanthropic interests are addressed and the charities that they are passionate about receive a portion of their assets. There are a variety of ways to address this while working on an estate plan, but one of the best is

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What Items in an Assisted Living Contract Should You look at Carefully Before Signing? Answers from an Elder Lawyer

Making the decision to move from your long-time home into an assisted living facility is something that few take lightly, but once the decision is made, most people then spend a good deal of time researching the various residences that are available to them. It is important to know what you are looking for in this type

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Bratton Law Group Attorneys Receive 2016 Emerging Growth Award From New Jersey SmartCEO

Bratton Law Group LLC Attorneys at Law are pleased to announce that Chris Bratton has been selected to receive a 2016 Emerging Growth Award for Estate Planning and Elder Law. This award is being presented by New Jersey SmartCEO and Headline Sponsors Norris McLaughlin & Marcus P.A. and Wilkin & Guttenplan P.C.  Bratton Law Group is honored to be part

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Man Required To Pay For Mother’s Care Under PA Filial Responsibility Law

A Pennsylvania appeals court held that a son is required to pay for his mother’s care under the state’s filial responsibility law even though the mother does not have outstanding medical bills and the son claims he had an abusive childhood. Eori v. Eori (Pa. Super. Ct., No. 1342 WDA 2014, Aug. 7, 2015). Joseph

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