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Guardianship or Conservatorship?
Clients often ask us what they think is a simple question: Should they seek guardianship for their loved one? However, there is never a simple answer. A basic understanding of protective arrangements is a good place to start. Manes & Weinberg www.manesweinberg.com [...]
Dysgraphia: Dyslexia’s Lesser Known Cousin
Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities. According to the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity, approximately 20 percent of the American population have some form of dyslexia. Most people know someone with dyslexia, or are at least, familiar with [...]
What happens to your debt after you die?
Many people wonder “What happens to my debt when I die?” Likewise, some family members worry that they might inherit debt from their parents or spouse. Rest assured, debt, in and of itself, is not inheritable, and a surviving spouse or other [...]
Preparing for an Annual IEP Review
It is common for school districts to conduct the most IEP annual review meetings in the spring. These meetings are often a source of dread and anxiety for parents as they feel overwhelmed by the process, the complexity and volume of information, [...]
What to Know When your Child with Developmental Disabilities Prepares to Graduate from School
Most likely, your child has been receiving services through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) throughout his/her school years to remediate areas of disability and maximize his or her potential. Some children participate in transition programs until the year in which they turn [...]