Government Benefits Planning

Navigating Medicare: Plaintiff Attorney Obligations When Settling a Case

One common question we get is about Medicare and plaintiff attorneys’ obligations to Medicare when they're settling a case.  There are two parts to consider in Medicare's interests. First is the Medicare conditional lien, which is Medicare's right of recovery...
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The Mechanics of Setting Up a Settlement Trust

Here at Amicus Settlement Planners, settlement trust is a topic that we often get asked about. People usually want to know: "What are the mechanics of setting up a settlement trust, and how do we actually go about doing it? Does the defendant have to pay directly to...
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Estate Planning Considerations for Settling Plaintiffs

It’s common for plaintiff attorneys to consider settlement planning needs for their clients. There may be a need to set up a special needs trust to protect their government benefits or establish a structured settlement annuity to stretch out the client’s recovery or...
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Can a Client Own a Home and Still Receive Medicaid / SSI?

A common question that we get from settlement clients and their attorneys is, “Can a client own a home and still receive Medicaid and SSI? And can a special needs trust own a home, or does the client have to own the home in his or her name?” The answer is generally,...
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