Predetermination: A big word with a bad Meaning for IEP Meetings
Have you ever attended an IEP and felt that the other members of the IEP Team had already made up their minds and weren’t listening …
A “Princely” Disaster
It was revealed last week that Prince died without a will. The mercurial star, whose estate is estimated at over $300 million, seems to have …
What if I can’t Attend my Child’s IEP Meeting?
A school district must try to notify parents of scheduled IEP meetings three times. One contact has to be in writing. The other two can …
Hunt with your children this season. Get your firearm rights restored.
Did your dad, grandpa, or uncle take you on your first hunt? Did a family member teach you to love and respect the outdoors? Do …
Transition Plans in your child’s IEP
Your child’s IEP should include a transition element beginning at the age of 16 (or earlier, if appropriate). The transition element should include appropriate measurable …
Ways to Avoid Probate
There are several ways to avoid probate, but each method requires foresight and preplanning. Living Trust: The easiest way to avoid probate is to create …
Affidavit of Small Estate
Long before the term “small” began trending in the political sphere Washington State created a way for to probate small estates in a quick, cost-effective, …
A Family Hunting Trip: Restoration of Firearm Rights
A father of two children recently told me how frustrated he felt that he can’t go hunting and make lasting memories with his son the way he …
Who Cares for your Children When You Aren’t Around?
What will happen to your young children if, in the very unlikely event, you and your spouse pass at the same time leaving your children behind? Emergency …
$285: An Important Number for Medicaid Applications
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage to people with low incomes, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Accordingly, when …