So You Think You Need an Expert: A Cautionary Tale Part I: Mistakes Parents Make When Seeking a Better IEP or 504 Plan Parents may know their children...
trinaeh
Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler >
trinaeh
Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler >
AVOIDING INTESTACY: KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
AVOIDING INTESTACY: KNOWLEDGE IS POWER What is Intestacy? The word originates in the Latin “in testatus,” meaning no witness. It means you die without...
MARCH IS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH
MARCH IS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH This annual event is celebrated to raise our personal and collective awareness about the inclusion of...
My Loved One Has Passed and I’m the Executor of the Estate. What Do I Do Now?
My Loved One Has Passed and I’m the Executor of the Estate. What Do I Do Now? Are you concerned about how to stay organized while dealing with...
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Your Special Needs Student!
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Your Special Needs Student! February brings thoughts of celebrating our loved ones. If you have a student with special needs,...
ARE YOU SECURE FOR ’24?
ARE YOU SECURE FOR ’24? WHAT IS THE SECURE ACT? The SECURE Act stands for Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act. Signed...
RETURNING TO SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS 2024
PLANNING FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2024 RETURNING TO SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS 2024 Returning to school after the holiday break can be wrenching. Students look forward to the...
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY SPOUSE AND I DIE AT THE SAME TIME?
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY SPOUSE AND I DIE AT THE SAME TIME? The Parade of Horribles There’s an overarching principle taught to law school students. It’s...
How Grandparents Can Double the Benefits of Their Estate Planning and Help Their Grandkids or Other Younger Beneficiaries in the Process
How Grandparents Can Double the Benefits of Their Estate Planning and Help Their Grandkids or Other Younger Beneficiaries in the Process Are you a...
Gluten Free Diet for Students with Special Needs
What is a Gluten-Free Diet? Gluten is a protein that is difficult for some people to digest. It is most commonly found in wheat, barley, and rye....
Contact us now
For a Private Consultation
Latest Blog Posts
What Is a Manifestation Determination Review — and What Happens If the School Gets It Wrong?
A Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) can feel overwhelming. It’s overwhelming because it can significantly impact your child’s education. Understanding what’s happening and knowing your rights gives you the confidence to move forward in the best direction....
Do I Have Enough Assets to Need an Estate Plan?
For some of us, the term “estate planning” conjures up images of vast green lawns and Elizabethan-style mansions. Indeed, the primary definition of “estate” is “an extensive area of land in the country, usually with a large house, owned by one person, family, or...
Signed, Sealed, and Overlooked: The Items People Forget
When was the last time you reviewed your estate planning documents? Life is busy and brings changes over time. If you haven’t recently reviewed your estate planning documents, pull them out and check them against this list. Read more about the Most Essential Estate...
Does My Special Needs Child Qualify for Extended School Year (ESY) Services?
Key Takeaways: ESY eligibility is based on your child’s individual educational need, not on a category or type of disability. The IEP team determines eligibility based on documented data, including how your child has handled past breaks from school. Having an...
The Future of Special Education is Here—and It’s Powered by AI
The percentage of teachers using AI to develop instructional strategies has rapidly risen from 25% in May 2025 to 69% as of January 2026. Schools are working to incorporate AI more into classrooms, moving AI from the technology of the future to the now. Although AI...