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Healthcare Power of Attorney vs. Living Will vs. Advanced Medical

A healthcare power of attorneygives another person (often referred to as the “proxy”) the legal ability to make health decisions for you. Unlike a living will, this power of attorney … See more

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What Are the 3 Types of Advanced Directives in Louisiana

WEBMost states allow you to make these decisions through legal documents called “ advanced directives .”. Keep reading to learn more about the three types of advance directives in …

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Should You Hire a Lawyer to Apply for Medicaid

WEBContact the Louisiana Medicaid Agency – Contact the Louisiana Department of Health for a Medicaid application and download the online application that is available via the Health …

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Louisiana Wills and Trusts Law Firm Losavio & DeJean LLC

WEBWithout a trust, your estate is vulnerable to the time-consuming and costly probate process. At Losavio & DeJean, LLC, The Louisiana Elder Law Firm, our Baton Rouge trust …

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4 Things to Know About the Veterans’ Improved Pension Plan

WEBReturning to civilian life as a veteran is challenging – to say the least. From a loss of identity, to health issues, to financial concerns, veterans need support when integrating …

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Losavio & DeJean Louisiana Estate Planning and Elder Law Firm

WEBPeter J. Losavio is one of only approximately 600 Certified Elder Law Attorneys in the country, and the only one in Louisiana. Kent S. DeJean is an accomplished lawyer who …

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Louisiana Medicaid Qualifying Attorney Losavio & DeJean LLC

WEBWith the help of an elder law attorney, you may be able to qualify for benefits as early as possible and help with any questions you may have along the way. The attorneys at …

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Form Requirements for Mandates (Powers of Attorney) In Louisiana

WEBLouisiana requires steps to be taken when preparing or implementing a power of attorney or “mandate”. The requirements include: Mandates must be in writing. Verbal mandates …

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How to Prepare for the Care of Your Aging Parents in Louisiana

WEBTip #3: Establish an Advanced Medical Directive. Finally, consider establishing an advanced medical directive for your Louisiana aging parents. An advanced medical directive …

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Disability Law Attorneys in Baton Rouge Losavio & DeJean

WEBAt Losavio & DeJean, LLC, The Louisiana Elder Law Firm, our Baton Rouge disability law attorneys have over four decades of experience and extensive specialized knowledge of …

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Is A “Do Not Resuscitate” Order the Same as a Living Will

WEBWhat Does a Do Not Resuscitate Order Mean? In Louisiana, a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order form is used to direct healthcare professionals not to perform resuscitation in case …

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What Is a Power of Attorney in Louisiana

WEBPower of attorney gives an individual or group of individuals the power to act on your behalf as your appointed agent in specific scenarios. The agent (s) – or attorney-in-fact – will …

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The Differences Between Medicaid and Medicare

WEBWhat Is Medicare? Medicare is a federal health insurance reserved for anyone over the age of 65 years old and those under the age of 65 who have certain disabilities or …

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Do You Need a HIPAA Release in Louisiana

WEBThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects a patient’s privacy by creating national standards for safeguarding sensitive …

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Louisiana VA Benefits Attorney Losavio & DeJean LLC

WEBTo help veterans and the widow (er)s of veterans obtain veteran’s benefits, your attorney must be accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). At Losavio & DeJean, …

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What Are the Different Types of Elder Law

WEBAs individuals age, they may have to deal with various issues related to their finances, healthcare, and housing. However, navigating these issues alone can become an …

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What To Look for in a Louisiana Elder Law Attorney

WEBWhen interviewing potential elder law lawyers, it is important to look into their experience, especially when it comes to their background in handling matters similar to yours. This …

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Why Should You Care About Elder Law

WEBWhat Is Elder Law? According to the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), elder law is defined as the legal practice of counseling and legally representing older individuals or …

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How To Choose the Right Housing Situation for Your Elderly …

WEBIf you are an adult and have to care for a parent, you may have to figure out their housing arrangements at some point. While the ultimate decision will likely be your parents, there …

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