Whether you’ve received a diagnosis yourself or are caring for a loved one, the emotional and practical challenges are immense. Among the most critical steps you can take is putting a solid estate plan in place.

Bringing up money with your parents can feel uncomfortable—but at The Lansky Law Firm, we know that starting this conversation early is one of the most caring steps you can take for your family.

Privacy of your medical information matters now more than ever — especially in emergencies, serious illness, or incapacity. HIPAA provides strong protections, but without the proper legal tools, even close family members may be blocked from the information they need to help or advocate for you.

When most people think about who will manage their estate or step in if they can’t make decisions, the answer often feels obvious: a spouse, an adult child, or a trusted relative.

Bringing up how your belongings, property, and finances will be divided after you’re gone can feel uncomfortable—but at The Lansky Law Firm, we know that having that conversation early is one of the most caring steps you can take for your family.

Most people don’t think about protecting their assets until something bad happens—a lawsuit, a sudden health crisis, or a nursing home bill that drains savings. Unfortunately, by the time those events occur, it may be too late.

Whether you’re single by choice, through divorce, or after the loss of a partner, your life, finances, and estate plan deserve a strategy designed just for you.

One of the main goals of estate planning is making sure your loved ones are cared for after you’re gone. But if your spouse is not a U.S. citizen, some of the rules change—and if you’re not aware of them, those changes can lead to unexpected taxes and complications.

A newly passed federal law—unofficially called the “Big Beautiful Bill”—is making waves in the world of elder law and long-term care planning.

At The Lansky Law Firm, one of the most common phrases we hear is: “I just need a simple will.”

When we think about legacy, we often focus on passing down assets—but true legacy is about leaving behind peace of mind.

Losing someone you love is a deeply personal and often disorienting experience. When that loss is sudden, the emotional weight can be compounded by the urgent responsibilities that follow.

Estate planning is filled with strategies designed to protect your legacy—but not all of them are widely known. One powerful yet often overlooked tool is portability.At The Lansky Law Firm, we help Tennessee families achieve peace of mind through preparation by uncovering smart strategies that make a big difference. Portability is one of those tools—especially relevant for married couples concerned about minimizing estate tax burdens.What Is Portability?Portability allows a s

If you're planning for long-term care, you may assume that Medicaid rules are the same across the country. After all, Medicaid is a federal program—right?

When a loved one moves into a nursing home or assisted living facility, we expect them to receive compassionate, respectful, and professional care.

A Power of Attorney (POA) is one of the most practical and powerful components of any well-rounded estate plan.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming it can be when a loved one is diagnosed with a cognitive condition. The uncertainty, emotional weight, and planning involved can leave families searching for clarity.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we know how emotionally overwhelming it can be to select the right nursing home for a loved one.

Over the next two decades, families across America will experience something unprecedented: the largest transfer of wealth in history. According to Cerulli Associates, Baby Boomers are projected to pass down more than $105 trillion in assets to their heirs—primarily Gen X and Millennials.

Many families don’t begin thinking about Medicaid until they’re in the middle of a crisis—often when a loved one suddenly needs nursing home or in-home care.