Month: October 2020

Ep 36 – Richard Pryor: Don’t Miss the Signs of Elder Abuse –– With Vivian Lee Thoreen

Ep 36 – Richard Pryor: Don’t Miss the Signs of Elder Abuse –– With Vivian Lee Thoreen

In this episode, David Lenok, senior editor at WealthManagement.com, is joined again by Vivian Lee Thoreen of Holland & Knight.  

The celebrity example in this episode is Richard Pryor, an American actor, writer, and one of the most influential standup comedians of all time. Richard was married five times and fathered seven children from six women. He was open about his personal demons with drugs and alcohol and, on top of all this, Richard had multiple sclerosis.  

All of these factors swirled into a perfect storm for a tragic case of elder abuse. 

Now, Vivian and David reveal the signs of elder abuse for every advisor to watch out for. They explain why advisors are in a unique position to see red flags and what actions to take if you suspect your client is being abused. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • What red flags might indicate that your client is a victim of elder abuse
  • Giving gifts to a caregiver: Is there a right way for your client to do this?
  • How advisors are protected when filing an elder abuse report
  • What is meant by conservatorship, and whether your client can have more than one
  • And more!

Learn how to help your clients protect themselves and their families. Communication is key!

Resources:  WealthManagement.com | Holland & Knight

Ep 35 – Chadwick Boseman: Estate Planning Essentials for Clients With a Diagnosis –– With Jacqueline Bevilaqua

Ep 35 – Chadwick Boseman: Estate Planning Essentials for Clients With a Diagnosis –– With Jacqueline Bevilaqua

In this episode, David Lenok, senior editor at WealthManagement.com, is joined again by Jacqueline Bevilaqua, a tax, trust and estates associate at Katzy Korins.  

The celebrity example in this episode is actor Chadwick Boseman, who was best known for portraying heroes, specifically Black heroes, in films, such as “42,” “Get On Up,” “Marshall,” and, of course, the blockbuster superhero film “Black Panther.”

Drawing inspiration from Chadwick’s story, David and Jacqueline talk about estate planning essentials for clients who have a diagnosis. They also discuss the importance of having all estate planning documents in order and ensuring that key people are aware of them. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Estate planning considerations for clients who’ve been diagnosed with an illness
  • The purpose of three documents that are particularly relevant to people with a diagnosis: health care proxy, power of attorney, and living will
  • Reasons why clients might get married towards the end of their life, as it relates to their estate plan
  • Why key action people must be aware of estate planning documents and their location
  • The benefits of using the oft-misunderstood special needs trust 
  • Why some people keep their estate plans a secret
  • And more!

Tune in now to learn estate-planning must-haves for clients with a diagnosis. 

Resources:  WealthManagement.com | Katzy Korins LLP