Resources

As a special needs planning attorney and director of a non-profit that administers special needs trusts this book is an essential resource for me, my staff, and clients. While written for California trustees of special needs trusts, these trusts in particular are written to conform to federal statutes and policy.

There is a new CMS (Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services) reporting requirement, Section 111 of the Medicare, Medicaid & SCHIP Extension Act (MMSEA), 42 USCS §1395(y)(b)(8), effective July 1, 2009 that we need to be prepared to advise litigation firms and the court when serving as Guardian Ad Litem.

Learn about special needs trusts with our experienced special needs attorney in Michigan at Michigan Law Center. Read our blog or call for a consultation.

On Tuesday, November 8, Chippewa Valley residents will be asked to approve a ballot proposal for a Special Education Enhancement Millage. The proceeds from the 1.2 mill proposal will be used to protect and enhance both special education and general education programs in our district. Every penny will stay in Macomb County and our school district to help local students.

If you are litigator, particularly a trial lawyer focused on Personal Injury, we can provide you with valuable assistance in the highly specialized area of Special Needs Settlement Planning. As you probably know, Special Needs Settlement Planning encompasses a comprehensive set of legal services that often prove pivotal in the successful long-term settlement of personal injury cases.

For those of us who do not regularly practice elder law and Medicaid planning, there was a significant change to the State Medicaid policy, referred to as the Bridges Eligibility Manual, or the BEM’s. The rules are all easily accessible on-line at www.mich.gov or simply google search Bridges Eligibility Manual and the proper site will be at the top.

These are the criteria used to help determine whether an individual with intellectual disability, mental illness, autism, Alzheimer’s, traumatic brain injury, or other cognitive or mental disorders is disabled for purposes of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program or the Social Security disability programs.

The Grim Reaper of the recession harvested Rich’s door and screen company, leaving him with unpaid debts. Then the real nightmare began. Bank of America seized his elderly mother’s life savings to pay off Rich’s line of credit because she had added Rich’s name to the account to protect the funds in case she became incapacitated.

Last night I attended the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan event at the Goldfish Tea house in Royal Oak and was able to catch up with my colleagues Patti Dudek and Marsha Tuck. The tea house was charming and had a European feel to it with its wood floor and shelves that lined the whole length of the store. Right up my alley.

Navigating Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits can be complex, but understanding the process is crucial for securing the financial well-being of a loved one with special needs.

Deciding between guardianship and power of attorney is an important decision that can significantly impact the care and protection of a loved one. In this webinar, we will guide you through the key differences between these two legal tools and explain when each is appropriate.