Initial Referrals to the Committee on Special Education
by Arshi Pal, Esq. The pandemic has been a real eye-opener for many parents. As we transitioned to remote learning, many parents became part-time instructors to ensure that their children engaged in instruction and completed assignments. Many parents witnessed firsthand the struggles their children were having with paying attention, completing assignments, understanding concepts and communicating…
Recognizing Mental Illness Awareness Week
by Marion M. Walsh, Esq. In 1990, Congress officially established the first full week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week. The week runs through Sunday, October 10, which is World Mental Health Day. Mental Illness Awareness Week assumes more relevance today than ever, due to challenges raised by the pandemic and increased isolation and…
What Parents Need to Know About New York State’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy
By Marion M. Walsh, Esq., Littman Krooks LLP As the school year begins, school districts in New York State will be examining new policies on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and parents should be aware of these policies. As a first step, in April 2021, the Board of Regents released a draft Framework on Diversity,…
Potential Litigation Under the General Obligations Law
By Joel Krooks, Esq., Littman Krooks LLP A Power of Attorney is a very powerful legal document that allows a person (referred to as a principal) to appoint another person (referred to as an agent) to assist with the principal’s finances on their behalf. Often, spouses, children or siblings act as agents for the principal.…
New York State Issues School Reopening Guidance
By Sandi Rosenbaum, Special Education / Special Needs Advocate As schools reopen in the coming weeks, all have worries about the COVID-19 virus and its highly transmissible Delta variant. School administrators continue to plan for the safety of students and school personnel and develop new policies and protocols amid continuing concerns about the COVID-19 virus…
New York Medicaid Applications and the Unlicensed Practice of Law
By Brian L. Miller, Esq., Littman Krooks LLP Recently, the New York chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) proposed legislation in Albany regarding the unlicensed practice of law surrounding Medicaid applications submitted by non-attorneys. While federal regulations allow non-attorneys to prepare and submit routine Medicaid applications on behalf of an applicant,…
Article 81 Guardianship Litigation
In light of how they have been portrayed in the media lately, guardianships can be viewed negatively by those who have not been personally involved in the process. The application process can appear daunting as there is little information provided to the public. We are here to illuminate the process. In New York, pursuant to…
Hey Dad, Can I Borrow Some Money?
By: Bernard A. Krooks, Certified Elder Law Attorney We all want to do right by our children. Sometimes, even as adults, our children encounter cash flow issues and need a little help. So, as parents we are often called upon to lend money to our children. As lawyers, we hear similar stories all the time:…
CDC Recommends Staff and Students Wear Masks in K-12 Schools
By Marion Walsh, Esq. While school districts will likely continue in-person learning this Fall, many school districts and private schools may mandate masks for both staff and students. As of Tuesday, July 27, 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated its Guidance for K-12 schools across the country. The CDC now recommends all…
Britney Spears’ Case Is Back in Court. Here’s What Could Happen Next With Her Conservatorship.
Time.com | July 14, 2021 | By Megan McCluskey featuring Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Littman Krooks LLP