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Monthly Archive for: "April, 2019"
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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted April 25, 2019

Will the Government Start Monitoring the Social Media of Disability Applicants? 

A new proposal is raising fears that the Social Security Administration will start monitoring social media accounts when determining whether people are eligible for SSI and SSDI. 

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted April 25, 2019

Uber, Lyft Sued Over Wheelchair Access

Disability rights groups are suing both Uber and Lyft for failing to provide wheelchair-accessible ride-share vehicles. 

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted April 17, 2019

Stormy Daniels Lawyer Michael Avenatti Charged with Embezzling $4 Million Intended for Special Needs Trust

California attorney Michael Avenatti was recently charged with stealing from the settlements of clients, among them a paraplegic who was waiting for Avenatti to deposit his settlement funds [...]

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted April 17, 2019

Gift Cards: A New Way to Contribute to ABLE Accounts

People wishing to help someone with special needs save for their future without jeopardizing their public benefits can now do so using a Gift of Independence gift card.

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Special Needs News
Posted April 11, 2019

Invite Others to Contribute to the Trust

Members of the extended family and friends can also make gifts to a special needs trust once it has been set up.

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Elder Law News
Posted April 11, 2019

Medicare Beneficiaries Need to Know the Difference Between a Wellness Visit and a Physical

Medicare covers preventative care services, including an annual wellness visit. But confusing a wellness visit with a physical could be very costly. 

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By Elizabeth Phillips
In Elder Law News
Posted April 3, 2019

Maximizing Social Security Survivor's Benefits

Social Security survivor's benefits provide a safety net to widows and widowers. But to get the most out of the benefit, you need to know the right time to claim. 

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