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Don’t Ignore Your Mail – Unwinding of Medicaid Continuous Coverage Requirement Starts  April 1, 2023

By Begley Law Group

Medicaid News: The Public Health Emergency (PHE) declaration that was put in place by the federal government in March 2020  in response to the Covid-19 pandemic established special rules for states regarding Medicaid benefits.  During the PHE, states were able to use additional money from the federal government for health care programs like Medicaid if…

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TAXATION OF LITIGATION CLAIMS

By Begley Law Group

by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., Esquire, CELA In resolving litigation, the taxation of the proceeds should always be considered.  There are often income, estate and/or gift taxes that apply.  From a tax standpoint it makes no difference whether the recovery is via a settlement or judgment.  It is often important how the complaint is worded,…

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SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNING – PART 1

By Begley Law Group

by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., Esquire, CELA [Here are links to Part 2 , Part 3 and Part 4 .] Special Needs Planning for loved ones with disabilities is extremely important.  As long as parents are alive, they will care for their children with disabilities.  The problem begins when the parents are gone.  Many children…

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Social Security for 2023

By Begley Law Group

On October 13, 2022, the Social Security Administration announced an 8.7% benefit increase for Social Security recipients in 2023.  On average, Social Security benefits will increase more than $140 per month beginning January 1.  The benefit increases are as follows:   Maximum Social Security benefit for a single individual retiring at full retirement age    …

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