Dallas Elder Law Attorney Michael Cohen
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Michael B. Cohen is an elder law attorney whose Dallas law practice focuses on the legal needs of the disabled and elderly, including estate and Medicaid and other public benefits (such as Veterans benefits) planning. He is a frequent speaker on these topics.
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Charging By Non-attorney For Helping Get Medicaid Is A Criminal Act Under Texas Law
Consumers need protection. Those who charge a fee for Medicaid assistance violate Texas law. An actual case is described as to why this law is important.
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23andMe May Lead to Inheritance Worth Millions | 5.21.24
A person who discovered relatives through 23AndMe will likely inherit millions from a father she never knew. When a person dies without a will, beneficiary designation, or trust, the state law determines who are the heirs.
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Joint Ladybird Deeds May Not Always Go The Way You Thought
If proper language is not used when preparing a joint Ladybird (enhanced life estate) deed), your interest in the property may go differently than anticipated on the first of the joint owners to die.
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Claims Against O.J. Simpson's Estate due to Judgment for Wrongful Death - Part 1 | 5.7.24
The families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, who became creditors of O.J. Simpson as a wrongful death judgment, are now pursuing payment from O.J.'s estate for the debt never collected. A discussion of O.J.'s estate planning and the probate process are discussed.
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Estate Planning From The Perspective Of An Elder Law Attorney | 4-23-24
Planning for disability and death often is different when public benefits are involved or potentially involved.
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What Makes A Will Valid | 4-16 24
Michael describes common mistakes when making a will and what makes a will valid.