Dallas Elder Law Attorney Michael Cohen

Since people are living longer and the cost of care (which is often paid by the state) is great, Texas has a partnership program to give an incentive to obtain long-term care insurance which protects some assets from spend down to get governmental care cost assistance.

Surviving spouses are entitled to certain rights and interests - even if a spouse dies without a Will. However, it is up to a judge or jury to determine if a couple is married if there was no formal marriage - which would make a difference as to inheritance rights.

Research takes another step forward in earlier detection of Alzheimer's. Discovery of any underlying cause will result in more research on the gene and reducing risk or having a higher quality of life for a longer period of time.

When it comes to money, beneficiaries often fight - no matter how much or little the size of the estate. Michael Jackson's mother and children are no longer speaking as a result.

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.

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.