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02/29/2024

This post was authored by SNA member Benji Rubin of Rubin Law, A Professional Corporation with offices in Chicago and Buffalo Grove, Illinois. The firm specializes in legal and future planning for families of individuals with special needs including intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilit...

08/11/2023

https://www.rubinlaw.com/special-needs-trusts/how-to-fund-a-special-needs-trust/

A special needs trust is often the best way for parents to plan for the future care of a child. The proceeds of a special needs trust can help pay for items

08/09/2023

https://www.rubinlaw.com/special-needs-trusts/duties-of-the-trustee-of-a-special-needs-trust/

Many parents who have a child with special needs establish a special needs trust to plan for their future. Contact us for help!

08/09/2023

https://www.rubinlaw.com/blog/issues-to-consider-when-your-child-with-special-needs-turns-22/

Turning age 22 has some important consequences for adults with special needs. Contact us to learn more. We are ready to help!

05/16/2023

Don’t forget this Friday, May 19th - Cop on a rooftop at Dunkin Donuts!

05/10/2023

Brian spoke on May 6th at an event hosted by Giant Steps, "A Day of Connections". He spoke about Government Benefits, Medicaid Waivers, PUNS, Letters of Intent and Navigating the Illinois Maze. It was great turnout! This is Brian and his wife Linda, ready to pass out information and answer questions!

04/05/2023

Read our latest blog on: Legal Duties of Guardians of Adults with Special Needs in Illinois.

The legal duties of guardians of adults with special needs under Illinois law largely depend on the type and scope of the guardianship order that the court grants. For example, the court can limit the guardian’s powers in the guardianship … Continue reading →

04/05/2023

Read our latest blog on: Legal Duties of Guardians of Adults with Special Needs in Illinois. https://www.rubinlaw.com/category/blog/

07/26/2022

So proud to support Friendship Circle once again this year!

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05/19/2022

In some cases, getting guardianship is necessary because your adult child does not have the capacity to make financial and personal care decisions for himself.

Filing guardianship of your child with special needs when he turns 18 may or may not be necessary, depending on your situation. In some cases, getting

05/18/2022

While a special needs trust is a valuable tool for helping individuals with special needs pay for daily expenses that are not subsidized by any government benefits programs, the funds in a special needs trust must be used properly or benefits may be reduced or eliminated entirely. https://bit.ly/39I6Oji

05/17/2022

When this situation occurs, the parents or guardians of the child may have a legal claim for medical malpractice against all responsible medical providers.

In some cases, a child's permanent disability may result from a medical error or a failure of a medical professional to exercise a reasonable standard of care. When this situation occurs, the parents or guardians of the child may have a legal claim for ...