It’s never too soon to plan for the future, especially when you have a child with special needs. There are several important aspects involved in special needs...
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October is Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia Awareness Month
Like people, learning disabilities come in all shapes and sizes. During the month of October each year, the Learning Disabilities Association of America...
Students with Behavioral Disabilities Have Rights, Too
If your child has a behavioral issue, you know it. You’ve likely known it for a very long time. When it’s time for school, others are going to learn about it,...
Out of District Placement Looming? Preserve Your Right to Reimbursement
Whether your child with special needs requires care your school district is unable to provide or circumstances have led to a sudden need for out of district...
8 Tips for Getting the Most Out of an IEP/504 Meeting
When you have a child with special needs, you know two things unequivocally: there is nothing you wouldn’t do for your child and IEP/504 Meetings can be...
Disagree with a HIB Determination? Don’t Wait to Appeal!
The New Jersey Board of Education made some changes to the HIB law (Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying – see below for HIB Act details) on July 1, closing...
Special Needs Estate Planning: Which Documents Do I Need?
(This is the third article in our multi-part estate planning series.) If you have a child with special needs, there are countless issues you must...
Prior Proper Estate Planning Eases Stress of the Unknown
(This article is part two of a multi-part series: Estate Plan Development for Parents of Children with Special Needs) The basic premise of this article...
Organization: 1st Step to Estate Planning for Families with Special Needs
It’s never too late to plan for the future when you have a child with disabilities. While it’s easy to feel that the future is far away and there will always...
Is Guardianship the Right Choice for Your Family?
Every parent wants the very best for their child — whether they are one or 51. Most parents must loosen the reins a bit and allow their kids to take on more...
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December Estate Planning To-Dos
December is an ideal time to review your estate plan, just as you might reflect on the past year and set goals for the next. Take these steps to ensure your estate documents accurately reflect your current wishes and are properly organized. Review and Update Documents...
Do Private Schools Have to Provide Accommodations Under Section 504?
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Like-Kind Exchanges in Estate Planning
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What Happens to My Child’s IEP When Transferring Schools?
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What to Do if You Disagree with Your Child’s Proposed IEP
You’ve attended your child’s IEP meeting after the first marking period. Much to your surprise, the school staff informed you that your child’s performance is markedly different than what you have observed or expected. What is a Parent to Do? Go Prepared. In advance...