Special Needs News

A waiting period helps ensure that SSDI applicants genuinely have a lasting disability, not a short-term illness or injury from which they may recover.

The second Trump administration has recently made significant budget cuts to the United States Department of Education and has made clear its intention to close the [...]

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can range from mild concussions to severe damage and can lead to physical or mental impairments.

In September 2024, 17 states filed a lawsuit, Texas v. Becerra, against the United States arguing that Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is unconstitutional.

The annual contribution limit for an ABLE account each year typically goes up in line with the annual gift tax exemption.

President Joe Biden signed the Autism CARES Act of 2024 in early January.

There are many benefits to having a special needs trust that go far beyond the ability to maintain eligibility for SSI or Medicaid. For example, although Social Security Disability Insurance [...]

Military members who have a dependent living with a disability may face unique challenges. Their loved one may need special medical care or tailored educational services. The Execptional [...]

Some behavioral traits caused by a person's medical condition can be interpreted as combative by law enforcement officers. For this reason, registries for individuals with disabilities, [...]

Planning for the future of a child with mental illness involves careful consideration of their unique needs and circumstances.