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Top 6 Tips for Maintaining Your Independence
February is Senior Independence Month. We all want to remain independent, stay in our homes, and age in place as long as possible. Here are some tips to help older adults maintain their independence: Stay Physically Active Studies show that even a little exercise, such as a 20-minute walk, has valuable and long-lasting health benefits. […]
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Keeping Families Together Using Elder Law Mediation
As parents age and require more care, many families face intense conflicts with each other. Fighting between siblings often occurs over how to handle health care needs, living arrangements, asset protection and inheritance issues. Disputes often stem from something far deeper, such as a lengthy history of sibling rivalry. Mediation can help the siblings sort […]
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The New Power of Attorney Laws: What Health Care Facilities Need to Know to Avoid Liability
by Senior Associate Dana Walsh Sivak New York State recently passed legislation simplifying the Power of Attorney (POA) document and its execution. Every Power of Attorney executed on or after June 13, 2021 must comply with the new rules. The new laws leave health care facilities facing potential exposure when handling resident funds through the […]
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2021 Power of Attorney Changes: A Step in the Right Direction
As published in the New York Law Journal on September 13, 2021.By Marcus O’Toole-Gelo, Partner The New York power of attorney is a classic and essential tool that has been through numerous iterations over the years. Prior changes to the statutory form (including 1994, 1997, 2009 and 2010) were intended to modernize and improve the […]
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Jennifer Cona Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© 2022
Jennifer Cona Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© 2022 for Elder Law & Health Care Law As the Founder and Managing Partner of Cona Elder Law Jennifer Cona not only efficiently manages the firm but continually seeks to grow and evolve the law firm through creative lawyering, powerful leadership and progressive initiatives. Ms. Cona is recognized as a pioneer […]
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Video Chatting with Loved Ones: An Opportunity to Assess
While we are enduring this pandemic, and forced to limit physical contact with our elder loved ones, we are relying on video “chatting” technology to catch-up, keep them company and stay connected. This also provides an ideal opportunity to assess their status and needs. Here are some things to look out for: Change in Personal […]
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TOP TEN ESTATE PLANNING TIPS FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Today, children with a wide variety of special needs live long and productive lives. Advancements in medical science and healthcare plus the availability of innovative resources that provide occupational training, employment and independent living assistance have helped make this possible. The legal field has also refined estate planning tools to ensure that children with special […]
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Spotlight Long Island: Cona Elder Law Founder Jennifer Cona on the law firm’s mission, secret sauce, and new initiatives
Published in the August 2019 edition of the Long Island Press: Spotlight Long Island As Cona Elder Law celebrated its 20th anniversary and was named the #1 Elder Law firm on Long Island for the 8th consecutive year, the firm and its attorneys continue to be leaders in the field, creating programs and initiatives responsive […]
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Health Care Proxy: A Must For Parents With College-Age Children
Imagine this scenario: You are the parent of a college student. Your telephone rings one evening and on the other end is your child’s roommate telling you that your child was just rushed to the emergency room. You call the hospital for information and identify yourself as the parent. The hospital advises you that because […]
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Have You Planned for Your Pet?
The recent death of fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld who was rarely seen without his beloved cat Choupette, reminds us that, for many, a pet is as much a member of the family as a child or grandchild. Planning for pets is an important part of your estate plan, even for those of us who aren’t […]
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