You may think that estate planning is something you can put off until you’re older – maybe a lot older. But if you’re over 18, it’s never too soon to take...
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DD and the “Different” Brain – Recognizing Developmental Disabilities
Jayne M. Wesler, Esq. Imagine you’re a ninth-grade student. It’s early morning and the alarm clock rings, jarring you awake. You look at the time. It’s 8...
Here Comes the IRS: Consider the Advantages of a Trust
With tax season upon us, we thought March would be a good time to share a brief overview of some tax benefits that come with the main types of trusts. In...
The Best Valentine Gift May Not be Flowers or Candy – Give Your Loved Ones Peace of Mind
This year, consider showing your love for your partner and family members by getting your estate in order. Why? Begin with the pain caused by the loss of you...
Chocolate, Nuts, Soy, Dairy . . . Ways to Ensure Your Child’s Valentine’s Day is Food Allergy Safe
By Jayne M. Wesler, Esq. Allergy awareness has increased significantly over the last decade. The number of students with life-threatening allergies continues...
New Year’s Resolution #1: Plan Now for the Future of My Special Needs Child
Whatever the age of your special needs child, from infant to adult, it’s critical not to put off planning for the future care and supervision of your loved...
World Braille Day
By Jayne M. Wesler, Esq. Why do we Celebrate World Braille Day? World Braille Day commemorates the birth of Louis Braille – on 04 January 1809 in France. In...
Don’t Drop the Ball on Establishing a Special Needs Trust
We all know how fast time goes by during the holidays – before we know it, the ball will drop on a brand new year! On the bright side, this is a great time to...
Let’s Join Hands and Hearts to Celebrate:
December 3rd is United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities By Jayne M. Wesler, Esq December celebrates multiple happy holidays, Kwanzaa,...
Children with Diabetes are Children with Special Needs
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and at Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler we want to focus attention on the many children and adolescents who have...
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