As a result of the Nehmer v. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs lawsuit that established a class action for veterans that suffered from Agent Orange exposure, the class of people eligible for compensation due to Agent Orange exposure has been significantly expanded....
A Special Needs Trust, or a Supplemental Needs Trust, allows for a disabled individual to receive support while still maintaining eligibility for government benefits, such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Generally, funds from a special needs trust...
Mitchell, Brown & Associates has been recognized as one of the Best Law Firms in St. Louis in the field of Elder Law by Best Lawyers and U.S. News and World Report. Best Law Firms – Mitchell, Brown & Associates The recognition comes in the 2022 edition...
Disagreements between siblings can create problems when planning care for aging parents. Opinions may differ about what type of care parents need. One sibling may feel that other siblings are not taking on their fair share of responsibilities. Some conflicts may stem...
This post was authored by Meredith Downing, manager of learning at Wonderschool. She started her career as a preschool teacher and enjoys designing learning experiences for children and the adults who care for them. The COVID-19 pandemic created a sudden shift to...
The ALS Disability Insurance Access Act of 2019, has eliminated the five-month waiting period before starting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for individuals with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. ALS is a particularly devastating disease...
