Cotney Elder Law

03/19/2025

In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures.

03/04/2025

The move, which is in line with an executive order from President Trump to slash the federal workforce, raises concerns about staffing at the agency that delivers crucial benefits to Americans.

10/25/2023

The Republican-led states that have refused to expand Medicaid are trying a variety of strategies to save struggling hospitals and cover more people without full expansion, which was one of the key provisions of the Affordable Care Act. Georgia passed a partial expansion of Medicaid, the federal-sta...

10/19/2021

Social Security will see a 5.9% cost-of-living adjustment in 2022, the largest increase in 40 years. Here's how people should prepare for the bump.

10/13/2021

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/likely-cause-of-alzheimers-identified-in-new-study

Recent research in mice turned to the blood-brain barrier for clues as to why Alzheimer's disease occurs and how to stop it.

05/19/2021

The cost of dying can be much larger than many expect. Funerals, burials and cremations are all huge costs to consider. See our full report on this here.

08/04/2019

There are alternatives to assisted living communities. Consider all of the options for yourself or a loved one before making a decision. For example, in-home care may be an option or a nursing home may provide the type of care your loved one needs. An attorney can help you determine the optimal long-term care options for your needs. cotneylaw.com

08/03/2019

Going to live in an assisted living facility does not mean giving up your rights and privacy. In fact, there is a Bill of Rights for residents of assisted living facilities. If you believe your rights are being violated, Cotney Elder Law may be able to help. Contact us to learn more: cotneylaw.com

08/02/2019

An attorney who specializes in Elder Law does not handle one specific kind of case. Instead, we focus on all types of legal matters that most often impact the aging population. For this reason, if you are an older adult seeking legal advice or guidance, an Elder Law attorney may be the most knowledgeable, specialized individual to handle your case. Cotney Elder Law is your local helping hand: cotneylaw.com

08/01/2019

Investing in a locking mailbox or a P.O. Box is a great way to protect your personal information from scammers or thieves who may look through your mail or take sensitive information from your mailbox. Take all preventative measures to ensure you and your loved ones remain safe. cotneylaw.com

07/31/2019

Many grandparents want to provide financial gifts and assistance to their grandchildren prior to or upon their passing. There are many ways to pass the money on to loved ones. Working with an Elder Law attorney can help ensure you maximize the funds. cotneylaw.com

07/30/2019

Qualifying for Medicaid is a common concern for aging individuals. We can help you navigate the challenges of planning for your future. cotneylaw.com