Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Massachusetts
Prior to monies being distributed, can unexpected inheritance for a chronically disabled institutionalized adult be protected from MA Medicaid that pays for her institutionalization? She and her siblings are to get money since their father is deceased.
Asked on 9/11/09, 3:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel
Charles River Law Partners, LLC
You should absolutely speak with an attorney before making any distributions that might disqualify an individual for medicaid or other medical benefits.
Answered on 9/16/09, 3:22 pm