Renewal Form Requirements
If an ex parte renewal cannot be completed, the agency must provide beneficiaries with a renewal form and request information from the beneficiary. The …
Understanding the Ex-Parte Renewal Process for Continued Medicaid Eligibility When the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ends
In my previous blog I discussed how NJ will conduct renewals for continuing Medicaid eligibility. In this blog I will go over understanding the …
Adult Adoptions in New Jersey Are Legal but Seldom Done. Here’s Why:
Background of this blog A client of mine wants to adopt his 72 year old domestic partner. Both are registered domestic partners in NJ. …
How Will NJ Conduct Renewals for Continuing Medicaid Eligibility
In my previous blog I discussed what to do when NJ seeks to terminate your Medicaid long-term care benefits when the COVID-19 emergency ends. …
What to Do When NJ Seeks to Terminate Your Medicaid Long-Term Care Benefits When the COVID Emergency Ends
Under the FFCRA, New Jersey must maintain continuous enrollment of Medicaid beneficiaries through the last day of the month in which the PHE ends, …
Important Information About SSI and SSDI Reviews
Many of our clients with disabilities have recently begun receiving letters from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development or the Social …
I don’t know how it could be better unless it was free :)
It was difficult for us to put our house in a trust. We did our research and walked away confused with so many different …
I would highly recommend Fred Niemann and this firm
I found Fred and his paralegal, Michelle easy to speak with during the process of rewriting my will and directives. They were highly professional …
The Decedent’s Probable Intent Should Be Clearly Stated in His Last Will and Testament
In interpreting how to interpret a will, a testator’s intent “as expressed in his will controls the legal effect of his dispositions, and the …
A Holder of a Life Estate Cannot Force a Partition of Real Estate
A court in NJ is allowed in an action for the partition of real estate to “direct the sale of the real estate if …
How Do You File for Guardianship? A Simple Step-by-Step Explanation
An action for guardianship of an alleged incapacitated individual and the proceedings required for a judgment of incapacity are governed by court rules and …
Busting Up a Town’s Single Family Zoning District is Tough
The Fair Housing Act does not give a developer the right to build an assisted living residence in a single family zoning district. A …
COVID, the Flu and the Law Against Discrimination
In a recent case handled by our office, a school district terminated a teacher in violation of the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) …
A NJ Partnership That Owns Real Estate is Subject to a Petition Action by its Partners
In this case, three partners owned three properties as tenants in common in Newark (tenants in common means they each own a percentage of …
When Can NJ Tax the Income of a Trust?
I just finished reading statutes which address Tax Nexus and trusts, especially when a trustee administers a NJ trust for out-of-state beneficiaries. I always …
A Medicaid Application Can Be Like a Tax Audit
When describing the Medicaid application process, I often reference it to a tax audit. It is an intrusive government review of an applicant’s finances …
Here’s a Brief Overview of an Involuntary Civil Commitment Process
When a patient presents to a psychiatric screening service, the service has 24 hours to issue a screening certificate to the patient being detained …
We were able to achieve all our goals
I used the services of Hanlon Niemann & Wright to help me with asset planning and a Medicaid application after my Dad had a …
A Liquidated Damage Cause in a Breach of Contract Cases Isn’t Always Enforced
A recent case I read involved a dispute over a $852,100 deposit made by a buyer in connection with a commercial real estate sale …
I’m very happy with everyone I spoke with
I’m very happy with everyone I spoke with. Fred Niemann was very clear and concise with all my questions. I felt very comfortable with …
When Gifting Real Estate in NJ, What is the Actual Date of the Gift?
We have clients who want to gift to their ownership in New Jersey Real Estate. These clients want to complete their gift in 2022. …
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. is an exceptionally excellent attorney
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. is an exceptionally excellent attorney. The first visit with him was quite a while discussing my will. A draft of …
Can a Veteran Receive Both VA Aid & Attendance Benefits AND Medicaid?
Many Veterans (or the widows of war-time Veterans) who receive Aid & Attendance benefits also need Medicaid. A Veteran and his/her spouse can receive …
We appreciate Mr. Niemann’s dedication to his profession
In today’s day and age, it is refreshing to find a dedicated, competent, and knowledgeable attorney (and staff) who takes the time to explain …
Claiming to Be a Victim of Discrimination Isn’t Enough to Win an Employment Discrimination Case
I notice that many employees (actually they are now former employees when they bring their lawsuit) allege a violation of the New Jersey Law …
After Divorce, What Agreements Should You Review to Protect Loved Ones?
Just divorced? Getting divorced? Been divorced and haven’t done anything about changing key documents? Obviously, I think it is important that you review your …
Estate Planning: Beware of the Gift of Debt
It’s great to inherit property but what if that gift brings with it a big string – a string of debt attached to it …
When Shareholders Are Fighting What Statutory Remedies Can Be Used to Win
When things go bad between shareholders, fights erupt and litigation is most often filed by and against the corporation and the individual shareholders. Once …
I’m so grateful for finding Fred Niemann. He was outstanding in every way!
After searching for a few months for an elder care attorney, we found Fred Niemann. He was outstanding from day one and helped us …
I was very satisfied with the service, now and in the past
My overall experience with this law firm, particularly Fred Niemann and his staff was excellent. Their friendly and professional attitude was very welcome and …