A sizeable gift or inheritance may temporarily improve your disabled child's life, but it can also jeopardize vital federal and Ohio state benefits like Social Security income and Medicaid. A special needs trust can help you plan for the future without sacrificing...
Change is difficult for most people, but children are especially susceptible to emotional distress when their routines get disrupted. A drastic change like their parents’ divorce must be carefully handled, with the child’s needs at the forefront. How can you prepare...
The spinal cord is fragile and cannot repair itself if damaged. A vehicle crash is a frequent cause of spinal cord injury (SCI). Advances in treatment and research give patients hope for eventual recovery. About SCI The spinal cord carries impulses from the brain to...
Ohio uses a fault system for auto accident injuries. As a result, you have a choice of options to seek compensation after suffering injuries in a crash caused by someone else. Review these possibilities and learn more about available legal damages in Ohio car...
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a reminder that motorcycle riders are vulnerable to accident and injury. Motorists are not always alert to the presence of motorcycles, so it is up to riders to reduce the risk of a crash. Risking injury In a crash between a...
If you and your spouse have one of Ohio’s many blended families, you may be thinking about adopting your spouse’s children. This not only is a loving decision, but also a practical one. It solves any problems you may have regarding the legal status of your de facto...
When it comes to divorce in Dublin area, not every break-up involves matters of the heart. An alarming number of marriages end in divorce because of drugs, alcohol and abuse problems. If you are married to someone who mistreats you and uses drugs or alcohol, you might...
Many divorcing couples in the Dublin area focus so much on leaving their spouses that they fail to consider the impact their new relationship status can have on their taxes. All of the stress, anxiety and confusion you may feel can make it hard for you to keep sight...
One thing that some senior citizens wonder, especially as they get even older, is whether they should start distributing their inheritances early. That is, suppose a woman intends to leave her extensive jewelry collection to her daughter. Should she give the...
As you find your marriage coming to an end, you may balk at getting a divorce. Never did you imagine your marriage would become another statistic. Even with the acceptance of divorce in society, it can still be difficult to accept personally. The reasons for your...