Critical Changes to Medicaid Home Care Eligibility

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The 2020-2021 (Fiscal Year 2021) New York State Budget was enacted by Governor Cuomo on April 3, 2020, with a severe impact on Medicaid eligibility rules and requirements. Some of the most significant changes that may affect you or your loved ones.

Preparing Your Planning Documents During the Pandemic

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On April 7, 2020, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 202.14, authorizing virtual witnessing of documents in New York State. The Governor’s Executive Order 202.07, issued March 19, 2020, had previously authorized virtual notarization. Together, these two Executive Orders provide planning opportunities we can navigate together while social distancing protocols remain in place.

SECURE ACT Update: January 10, 2020

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The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, known as the “SECURE ACT”, was signed into Federal Law on December 20, 2019. This law includes significant reforms you should be aware of that impact how retirement accounts are treated.