Siblings Don’t Always Make the Best Trustees
As the parent of a child with disabilities, you may already know that you have to establish a trust to handle any inheritance you leave for your son or daughter.…
Back-to-School Tips for Children with Special Needs
Courtney Elder Law Associates Law Firm, released an article discussing "Back-to-School Tips for Children with Special Needs ", if you would like to know more Please continue reading here. As…
More Autistic People or More Diagnoses?
A new study from the British Medical Journal suggests that outside factors ranging from diagnosis methods to socioeconomic status may have inflated reports that suggest rates of autism are spiking.…
A Wake up Call for Special Needs Trustees and Parents
A fairly recent court decision, In the Matter of Mark C.H., involved the obligations of the trustee of a special needs trust, and serves as the focus of this issue…
Bullying of the Special Needs Child and What Parents Can Do
Any child can be a victim of bullying or harassment, but research has shown that children with special needs are both more likely to be bullied or harassed and also…
“Autisms” a More Appropriate Term than “Autism,” Geneticists Say
There are so many different genetic forms of autism that using the singular term, autism, is misleading, researchers say. “We believe a better term to use is ‘the autisms,’…
Writing a “LOVE” Letter of Intent for a Special Needs Child or Spouse
You may give your child with special needs or incapacitated spouse a Valentine this month as an expression of your love for them. But how can you express a lasting…
New ABLE Act is Savings Tool for Persons with Disabilities
With overwhelming support, Congress passed the ABLE Act of 2014 (Achieving a Better Life Experience) on December 16, 2014. The Act provides an opportunity for qualified individuals with special needs…
Court Allows Public Employee Pension Paid to Special Needs Trust for Disabled Child
Thomas Saccone was a retired New Jersey firefighter and a member of the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS). He received a pension and other benefits, and his wife and…
The Ups and Downs of Special Needs Families
October is national Special Needs Law Month. It has been my privilege and passion for over 30 years to help other families with children and adults with disabilities. We help…