Living Wills vs. Advance Healthcare Directives

Living Wills vs. Advance Healthcare Directives

If you are confused regarding the differences between living wills vs. advance healthcare directives, you are not alone. Understanding the legal distinctions between the two, however, can help you make better decisions regarding your own estate planning needs as they relate to your health care. At Centonzio Law, PLLC – proudly serving both Missouri (813-710-7290), and…

Divorce and Estate Planning

Divorce and Estate Planning

Both divorce and estate planning require careful legal attention, and the experienced estate planning attorneys at Centonzio Law, PLLC, have the legal insight to address all your pressing concerns. Divorce represents a significant transition in the life of anyone who experiences it, and in addition to the emotional challenges and the legal complications, there are the…

5 Estate Planning Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

5 Estate Planning Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Estate Estate planning is essential to ensuring a person’s interests, assets, and beloved family members are protected upon that person’s passing. A Last Will and Testament (will), trusts, and other tools used in estate planning are also important in terms of family-owned businesses, divorce, and other aspects of life. Unfortunately,…

VA Disability Rates

VA Disability Rates

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides disability compensation benefits to veterans with current disabilities that were either caused by an in-service event or injury or aggravated during active military service. When a veteran applies for and is granted VA service-connected disability benefits, the VA assigns the veteran a disability rating. The assigned rating…

Common Strategies for Long-Term Care Medicaid Planning in Florida

Common Strategies for Long-Term Care Medicaid Planning in Florida

Access to affordable healthcare continues to be a critical issue because of the rising cost of medical services and long-term care in the United States.  While Medicaid offers healthcare for low income individuals and families, the qualifying criteria, procedures, and benefits can be confusing.  If you are a senior who needs long-term care, managing your…