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This Year’s BBQ Brief – Hot Honey Chicken

Posted on July 21, 2026

People know me as a lawyer, but when the workday ends and the weather cooperates, you’ll usually find me standing next to a grill with a pair of tongs in one hand and a cold drink in the other. There’s something about barbecue that brings people together. Maybe it’s the smell of the smoke, it’s […]

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Estate Planning for College Students: The Legal Documents Every 18-Year-Old Needs Before Leaving Home

Posted on July 20, 2026

Why Every Parent Should Think About Estate Planning Before College Move-In Day — The weeks leading up to college are filled with shopping trips, dorm room checklists, meal plans, and emotional goodbyes. Parents spend countless hours making sure their child has everything they need to succeed away from home. Yet one of the most important […]

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You Moved To Florida. New York Didn’t Get The Memo.

Posted on July 14, 2026

For many affluent New Yorkers, the ideal retirement blueprint is straightforward: establish a primary residence in sunny, tax-free Florida while keeping a smaller property in New York—a city condo or a house in the suburbs to maintain a foothold for family visits and theater weekends. On paper, the strategy seems flawless. Florida has no state […]

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Cruel Cuts to Medicaid’s Community and Home Services Have Already Begun

Posted on June 17, 2026

For millions of Americans caring for disabled children, aging parents, or loved ones with developmental disabilities, Medicaid-funded home and community-based services are not a luxury. They are a lifeline. These programs allow family caregivers to provide care at home while receiving compensation for the physically and emotionally demanding work they perform every day. For many […]

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A New Era for ABLE Accounts: Why the 2026 Changes Matter

Posted on June 2, 2026

For families navigating the financial realities of disability, planning has often felt like walking a tightrope. Save too much money, and a loved one could lose access to essential public benefits. Spend too quickly, and long-term financial stability becomes harder to achieve. For years, many individuals with disabilities have faced an impossible choice between financial […]

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The Easiest Way to Destroy Your Estate Plan and Stress Your Family at the Same Time

Posted on May 25, 2026

After nearly forty years of work, Ed Lyon had a healthy TIAA retirement account through his employer, the University of Chicago. The respected urologist wanted his account to go to his 36 grandchildren. After seven years, the funds still have not been distributed. The trustee says TIAA has told them the proper paperwork was not […]

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New Coverage for GLP-1 Medications by Medicare: Update

Posted on May 22, 2026

Starting in July, Medicare is launching a pilot program that will offer older Americans the chance to receive these drugs for as little as $50 a month to treat obesity. Medicare Part D covers some GLP-1 medications for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnea, but in the past, Medicare didn’t cover weight-loss prescriptions. The $50 […]

Done with Your Taxes? Estate Planning Should Be Next

Posted on April 24, 2026

Finished your taxes? Now is the ideal time to review your estate plan. Learn why estate planning should follow tax season and how to protect your assets, family, and legacy.

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Spring Holiday Wishes from The Law Office of Stephen J. Silverberg

Posted on March 30, 2026

This year Passover and Easter holidays are within the same week, and so we are sending our best wishes to all of our friends, colleagues and family members. Whether you are celebrating Passover, Easter or the Spring Equinox, we hope this holiday finds you surrounded by those you love and the joys of the spring […]

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The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Door is About to Close

Posted on March 27, 2026

Did you choose a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan during the open enrollment period and are disappointed with the coverage? The good news is the law is on your side. You have until March 31 to enroll in a different MA plan or return to traditional Medicare (TM). The healthcare and insurance landscape has changed considerably. […]