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Maximizing Recovery for Medically Fragile and Special Needs Individuals Following the Recent LA Wildfires: Loss of Use, Pain and Suffering, and Structural Fire Loss

By Woodsmall Law Group on February 13, 2025

Understanding the Full Scope of Recovery The recent Eaton Fire event and its aftermath present unique and significant challenges, particularly for medically fragile individuals and those with special needs. Unlike typical fire loss claims, the impact on this population extends beyond structural damage and personal property loss.

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Informational Article: Private School Affidavit Placements in the Wake of Southern California Fires

By Woodsmall Law Group on January 30, 2025

Southern California has recently endured devastating fires that have destroyed several school sites and displaced countless families. As a result, these natural disasters have also left parents scrambling to find stable educational settings for their children, particularly those with disabilities who require consistent support. For some families, the option of…

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Medi-Cal Planning for Adult Children with Special Needs

By Woodsmall Law Group on November 25, 2023

Many children and adults with special needs qualify for Medi-Cal, which is the California Medicaid health program supported by federal and state taxes. Receiving Medi-Cal benefits can be vitally important to your child’s health and your family’s financial well-being.

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Conservatorship and Trust Planning for Your Child with IDD

By Woodsmall Law Group on July 25, 2023

Estate planning is a gift that you provide for the people you love. It also gives you peace of mind, knowing the people you care about will be financially secure in the future. Parents of children with IDD have unique concerns when it comes to estate planning. You want to…

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Is Your Child with Special Needs Struggling with Online Learning?

By Woodsmall Law Group on July 29, 2020

This First Article in a series takes on the issue of regression in learning during the prolonged Stay at Home orders. You have options.

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Woodsmall Law Group Presents the Zoom NPS and Private School Fair

By Woodsmall Law Group on May 6, 2020

Woodsmall Law Group is excited to share the video recording of Zoom NPS and Private School Fair that took place on April 27th. This successful event brought helpful insight to the application processes of the participating schools, the student ratios, the unique programs, and how these schools are adjusting to…

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Coronavirus Stimulus Payments: How to Secure Payment for Non-Filers

By Woodsmall Law Group on April 22, 2020

As a result of the recently signed CARES Act, the IRS will soon be issuing “economic impact payments” to provide relief during this difficult and uncertain time. You may have heard conflicting information about income tax levels impacting eligibility for payments, which presents unique challenges for those in the disability…

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Fun and Engaging Online Activities for Twice-Exceptional Learners

By Woodsmall Law Group on April 3, 2020

The recent school closures in our community have been stressful for students and parents alike. If you have a child that is twice-exceptional, you may be facing the additional challenge of trying to find enough resources to keep these rapid learners focused and engaged. These students often struggle with intense…

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