WHEN SHOULD A MEDICARE SET-ASIDE ARRANGEMENT BE CONSIDERED?
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA In settling of a personal injury case, commonly called a third party liability case (TPL), a Medicare Set-Aside Arrangement (MSA) should frequently be considered. Many Lawyers and Structured Settlement Brokers believe that if the client is not currently receiving Medicare, an MSA need not be considered. However, the Regulations…
THE FUTURE OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA ABA Commission The American Bar Association has appointed a Commission on the future legal services. Legal services are expensive and are beyond the reach of many poor and even middle class individuals. Technology is becoming a game-changer and non-legal entities are engaged in providing legal services. The ABA Commission…
PERSONAL INJURY SETTLEMENTS: HOUSING FOR PLAINTIFFS WITH DISABILITIES
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA Introduction Housing for an individual with disabilities is a major concern. The purchase of a residence is a very important decision involving a number of factors. This is particularly true where the individual is receiving means-tested public benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. If there is…
YOU HAVE JUST BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH EARLY ALZHEIMER’S: NOW WHAT?
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA Background on Alzheimer’s According to the American Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that damages and eventually destroys brain cells, leading to memory loss and changes in thinking and other brain functions. It usually develops slowly and gradually gets worse as brain function declines and brain…