If your goal is to not let this happen again, you can consider writing the school and reminding them of your child's right to privacy and that you...

Should I get an attorney and appeal my childs disability claim decision?

An attorney who works with social security cases can definitely help make your case. It is important to note that what constitutes the need for...

Need assistance with a special needs trust for a received inheritance

I commend you for doing research on the necessary steps to keep your disabled sister from losing benefits. I recommend you find a special needs...

Is it against the law for a school to have a 9 year old third grade student to sign a contract without informing the parent.

In addition to the excellent responses that you have already received, I suggest that you request in writing what is called an "FBA" (functional...

Irrevocable Trust for Medicaid

Medicaid planning and special needs trusts are two very different issues and there are better ways to protect your assets for Medicaid planning...

My son is Autistic and a ISD employee abuse him physically

I agree with Attorney Popovich. Schools are absolutely not exempt from lawsuits nor are individuals exempt from child abuse prosecution. I suggest...

Can a person who has durable power of attorney for a relative set up a special needs trust for that relative?

Not in the role of agent, because an agent in a PoA really just steps in the shoes of the principal and can't commit an act as an agent that the...

Do I need a lawyer to fight for my sons to go to a better school?

If your children are struggling in school, have you considered asking for a special education evaluation? A new school wouldn't necessarily...

My mom is on SSI an is getting an inheritance due to her boyfriend passing an naming her as his beneficiary... Will they take it

I suggest talking to an attorney as soon as possible to discuss all the options. A self-settled special needs trust is a likely option, but this...

The local hospital misplaced my gf's engagement ring. They are offering to reimburse us the cost we paid.

What you actually paid was irrelevant because the ring could have also been a gift, in which case the hospital couldn't reasonably expect to pay...