TakeawaysIn mid-July 2026, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) published a notice about long-standing federal guidance on disability rights. Many states and courts have relied on this guidance for more than a decade, but the DOJ now says it is not enforceable.The notice focuses on the DOJ’s 2011 Statement of the Department of Justice on Enforcement of the Integration Mandate of Title II of the Read More
Two Common Special Needs Trust Mistakes Families Make
TakeawaysSpecial needs trusts (SNTs) help people with disabilities cover expenses while remaining eligible for needs-based government benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Common mistakes, like giving the beneficiary cash gifts or directly paying for their housing costs, may lead to a reduction or loss of their SSI and Medicaid benefits.When managed correctly, a special needs trust Read More
Understanding Special Needs Trusts: A Practical Overview
Planning for the future is never simple, but it can feel especially overwhelming when a loved one has a disability. Families often worry about how to provide long-term financial support without jeopardizing access to essential public benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. This is where Special Needs Trusts (often called “SNTs”) play a critical role. A Special Needs Trust is a legal tool Read More
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