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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that helps people with disabilities and very low incomes pay for food, clothing and shelter. SSI is often confused with Social Security [...]

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Structured Settlements When victims of medical malpractice and other catastrophic accidents receive awards in personal injury lawsuits, obtaining the award is [...]

Families taking advantage of ABLE savings accounts will have a little more flexibility in planning for special needs as a result of the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law by President [...]

The new tax legislation raises the federal estate tax exemption to $11.2 million for individuals and $22.4 million for couples. The increase means that an exceedingly small number of estates [...]

New to Texas?  …And Other Life Events That Require And Immediate Estate Plan Update   According to the Dallas Morning News, “job relocations by huge companies including Toyota, Liberty [...]

Is There a Difference Between “Supplemental” and “Special” Needs Trusts? Have you heard the terms “special” needs trust and “supplemental” needs [...]

I get it – it runs counter-intuitive in so many ways: why on earth does my child need a Medical Power of Attorney?  He/she has me – I’m the parent!  Even though they still may be under our care [...]

We know it’s hard. Thinking about someone else raising your children stops us all in our tracks. It feels crushing and too horrific to consider. But you must. If you don’t, a stranger will [...]

Probate Lawyers Advise on Building Freedom From Court Interference Into Your Estate Plan If you feel that the matters of your estate should be kept private and that your assets should be used for [...]

Estate Planning for Military Families Celebrating the 4th of July reminds us all how important it is to honor those that have served our country, and those who are currently serving. This time is [...]