Can SSI Be Garnished?
Can SSI Be Garnished? Can SSI be garnished? The bank account of a person is the first thing that creditors will be looking to seize when they have a judgment against them. However, if those funds came from SSI or…
How Do I Plan for a Loved One with Special Needs?
It is critical that parents and grandparents give careful thought to any gift of money or bequest in an estate plan, when the recipient has special needs.
What Does It Mean to Be an Elder Law Attorney?
What Does It Mean to Be an Elder Law Attorney? As we age, changes to our body, our health, our financial picture, and our family is ever-evolving. When we were young, we didn’t worry about infirmity, incapacity, or how we…
Estate Planning For Special Needs Family Members
Without proper planning, leaving an inheritance or making a gift to a disabled family member can cause the disabled person to lose their means-based government benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid.
Special Needs Planning Uses ABLE Accounts
New rules let some individuals put away more money in these plans, while still preserving their benefits.