Blog entries tagged elder lawyers

Frequently asked questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act

Bach Elder Law — Fri, 14 May 2010 03:53:01 +0100

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA of 2008 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.)

To whom does the Act apply?
Title 1 of the ADA covers employment by:
private employers with 15 or more employees, state and local government and Federal sector
In addition, most states have their own laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of disability.

A two-step process is used to determine whether an individualRead More...

Social Security checks may get smaller

Bach Elder Law — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:54:42 +0100

Clients often come to our office to do Asset Protection Planning. Historically, we have been able to advise them that no creditor put a lien on their Social Security income.

Unfortunately, there is a new legislation that will allow federal agencies to place a lien on Social Security income. If a retiree receiving Social Security owes money to IRS, Veteran Affairs, Department of Education, Department of Agriculture, Army and Air Force Exchange Service or any other federal agency, such debtRead More...

Lower the cost of prescriptions for all Florida residents with Florida Discount Drug Card

Bach Elder Law — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:53:50 +0100

Good news! All Floridians can sign up for the Florida Discount Drug Card to save on their prescription medication. The Florida Discount Drug Card is now available to all Florida residents and is accepted at over 60,000 pharmacies nationwide. Florida residents who qualify based on age or income are eligible to receive additional savings.

You can easily sign up, print your card, locate a pharmacy, and compare prescription drug prices at www.floridadiscountdrugcard.com