CAN THE NURSING HOME GET IN TROUBLE IF THE NURSING HOME EMPLOYEES KNOW THAT THE NONLAWYER MEDICAID PLANNER IS ENGAGING IN UPL?
Yes, it is possible. According to Florida Statute 777.011, (and as stated in Chapter 3): Both referral sources and seniors who retain a nonlawyer for Medicaid planning purposes should be aware of the possible illegality of their actions, however unwitting or intentional their actions may be. “Whoever commits any criminal offense ... or aids, abets, [...]