Are kids liable for Mom & Dad’s nursing home bill?
You may be surprised to learn that Pennsylvania law provides that the spouse, parent, or child of an indigent person has “the responsibility to care for and maintain or financially assist” that person, and that this responsibility applies “regardless of whether the...
What to do When a Loved One Dies
A loved one’s death brings on a period of grieving and stress. People often ask: “What do I do now?” There is often much to be done in a short time period. One has to deal with the sorrow of loss, while at the same time attending to practical concerns. This...Act 169 changes law on health care powers of attorney
(2007) A new act changes Pennsylvania’s law on health care directives and living wills (also known as “advance directives”) in some important ways. For years, Pennsylvania law has authorized adults to make health care directives to state what measures may or may not...Family care agreements best done in advance
(2008) A written agreement to care for an elderly parent sounds odd to many people. Don’t family members care for one another without a contract? Love and affection are often reason enough, but there are a number of reasons to consider a written family care agreement....About Andrew Sykes
The founder of Sykes Elder Law, Andrew Sykes is recognized as a leading elder law authority in Pennsylvania. He is a Certified Elder Law Attorney with over 20 years of experience helping clients with estate planning, estate administration, and Medicaid planning.
