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Principled Advocacy For Families And Individuals With Disabilities And The Professionals Who Serve Them
Families caring for a loved one with disabilities often focus on protection, medical care and long-term support. A guardianship can often help ensure that a vulnerable person has someone to manage certain aspects of their life if they are unable to. However, one issue...
Estate planning becomes more complex when you are part of a blended family. With children from previous relationships, current spouses and various family dynamics to consider, you may want to ensure you protect everyone you care about. Why does your family structure...
When a will and a life insurance policy give different instructions regarding beneficiaries, it is generally the life insurance policy that takes precedence and will be followed. For example, say that a person purchases a life insurance policy when they have two...
You have spent years navigating Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and doctor's appointments for your child. As their 18th birthday approaches, you may be wondering whether your right to help them make decisions will suddenly vanish. Understanding how...
Your parent can no longer manage their finances. Your adult child with a disability needs someone to make medical decisions on their behalf. You have filed a petition for guardianship, and now the court has scheduled a hearing. If you have never been through this...
Setting up guardianship for a loved one is a major step to protect their well-being. However, circumstances change and guardianship is not always permanent. As needs change, the need for guardianship may also change. When might guardianship no longer be needed? Under...
Family is one of life's greatest gifts, but managing that gift comes with real challenges. You work hard to build wealth to support your children long after you are gone. However, sometimes adult children struggle with money management and need ongoing guidance. How...
In Chicago and across Illinois, pooled trusts let people with disabilities save money without losing eligibility for benefits like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). A nonprofit runs the trust, pools funds for investment and keeps a separate account for...
You want the best for your child. Your parents likely feel the same way about their grandchildren. Many grandparents in Illinois want to leave a financial legacy to help with future care. However, a standard gift in a will can create an "inheritance trap." If a child...
Planning for a loved one with a disability in Illinois can feel confusing. Many families focus on immediate needs but often overlook key steps that protect long-term financial security and government benefits. Missing small details can create setbacks that affect...
