How Are Benefits for Disability (SSDI) Calculated?
When applying for SSDI, many people want to know upfront how much they will be eligible to receive in benefits each month. An individual on a fixed income who can’t work because of a [...]
Legal Guardianship for Adults With Serious Mental Illness
Many people with mental health challenges can live independent lives. However, those with severe impairments may need additional help.
Is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxed?
Approximately 95 percent of personal injury cases settle before trial. For those cases that result in a trial, more than 90 percent end with an injured person or surviving family winning the [...]
Mental Illness and Social Security Disability Benefits
Living with mental illness can make gainful employment impossible. For people with certain mental illnesses, the SSA provides disability benefits through two federal [...]
Transition Plans Support Adolescents With Disabilities
Young adults with disabilities may face numerous barriers when reaching adulthood, from finding employment to securing housing. A transition plan can support a successful shift to [...]
Supplemental vs. Special Needs Trusts: Any Difference?
You may have heard the terms "special" needs trust and "supplemental" needs trust and wondered what the difference is. The short answer is that there's no difference. Here's the long answer.
Will a Special Needs Trust Impact Your Section 8 Voucher?
Many low-income people with disabilities use special needs trusts to remain eligible for public assistance. While you can qualify for the Section 8 [...]
How AI Is Supporting Assistive Technology
Artificial intelligence is helping those with disabilities overcome challenges to participate more actively in society, education, and the workforce. Government benefits can help people pay [...]
Supporting Twice Exceptional (2e) Students
Twice exceptional students are a unique group. They are gifted students with disabilities who typically excel in certain subjects but may struggle or be at grade level in [...]