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People who want an estate plan often focus on what will happen when they die, rather than protecting them while they are alive. People frequently create wills and trusts, but they may be less likely to put together advance medical directives and powers of attorney....
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that schools provide additional education supports and/or services for eligible students. These additional supports are specifically defined in an Individual Education Plan (IEP). An IEP creates goals for...
Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., LPA attorneys Janet L. Lowder, Franklin J. Hickman, and Ethan A. Welch were recently recognized by Best Lawyers as 2024 Best Lawyers® Award Recipients.
Many parents believe their child would benefit tremendously from special education services and would qualify for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA). What parents do not know is how to get the special education services....
Ohio State Parks offer a variety of recreational activities and attractions for individuals of all abilities. For both minors and adults with disabilities who require the use of a wheelchair, it is essential to know which parks provide accessible facilities and...
Long-term care is extremely expensive, and many Americans rely on Medicaid to pay for it. A Medicaid spend down is a financial strategy used when an individual has too many assets to qualify for Medicaid. To be accepted into Medicaid, assets (bank accounts,...
On May 20, 2023, Hickman Lowder attorneys Elena A. Lidrbauch and George O. Aljoe discussed the differences between a STABLE Account and a special needs trust and how these tools can benefit your loved one. We invite you to view the recorded session and slides for the...
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, Attorneys Janet L. Lowder and Helen L. Rapp hosted the webinar, Working While Receiving Benefits. They discussed how income may affect public benefits such as SSI and Medicaid; transitioning to SSDI and Medicare; Medicaid Buy-In for workers...
On April 29, 2023 Hickman Lowder Attorneys Ethan A. Welch spoke about transition planning and what to expect when your child turns 18. They talked about guardianship and less restrictive alternatives; applying for SSI and Medicaid; and transition planning and...
On April 15, 2023, Hickman Lowder and Education Advocate Mary Jo O’Neill hosted the webinar, Equipping Parents for Education Advocacy. They discussed the following topics: 1) the difference between IEPs and 504 Plans, 2) the IEP eligibility and development process,...