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Annual Contribution Ceiling for ABLE Accounts Rises and More States Add Programs
The maximum amount that can be contributed each year to an ABLE account for a person with disabilities just rose $1,000 to $16,000. The figure had been stuck at $15,000 since 2018.
ABLE Accounts vs. Special Needs Trusts: Why Not Have It All?
ABLE accounts and special needs trusts can accomplish the same goals, but each has its advantages and limitations. The best approach, depending on the beneficiary, may be to use them in tandem.
Infrastructure Bill to Make Public Transit More Accessible
The $1.3 trillion infrastructure bill recently signed into law by President Biden will release billions to make more stations ADA-compliant.
Recipients of Supplemental Security Income Now Have 50 Extra Days to Appeal Benefits Cuts
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is giving people who have their SSI benefits suspended or reduced more time to appeal, in recognition of the hurdles and delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
What Are a Special Needs Trustee’s Record-Keeping Duties?
If you are considering serving as trustee of a special needs trust, know what is expected of you before taking on this crucial role.
Uber Broke Law by Slapping Wait-Time Surcharge on People With Disabilities, DOJ Charges
Extra fees for passengers who took more than two minutes to get into cars discriminated against people who needed to fold up wheelchairs or required more time to reach vehicles, a lawsuit says.