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10 worst states for age discrimination on the job
From AARP — By Kenneth Terrell — Age discrimination on the job happens all over America, but a new analysis of federal data suggests that the state in which you are employed might make it more likely you’ll encounter ageism at work. Seniorly, a company that provides...
2025 taxes: Older adults qualify for a new tax break of up to $6,000
From IRS.gov – For the 2025 tax year, many older Americans can take advantage of a new tax benefit due to a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The Act created a new annual tax deduction of up to $6,000 for taxpayers age 65 and older. An explanation of the...
States sue over right of people with disabilities to live in the community
From Disability Scoop – By Michelle Diament – In a new twist in a long-running lawsuit, a coalition of states is challenging the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in the community as opposed to institutions. Nine states are arguing that...
Why an Elder Law or Special Needs Law Attorney?
What is Elder and Special Needs Law?
Elder and Special Needs Law are specialized areas of law that involve representing, counseling, and assisting seniors, people with disabilities, and their families in connection with a variety of legal issues, from estate planning to long term care issues, with a primary emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life for the individuals. Typically, Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys address the client’s perspective from a holistic viewpoint by addressing legal, medical, financial, social and family issues.
Demand for Elder and Special Needs Law Is Growing
The number of older individuals in the population is projected to increase to 71.5 million in 2030, representing nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. As a result the need is growing for specialized legal advice about aging-related issues.
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Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act
On December 23, 2014, President Obama signed into law the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act which promises to help individuals with disabilities and their families save for disability-related expenses and proactively plan for their futures. The ABLE Act...
ABA “My Healthcare Wishes” Smartphone App
Ohio Chapter of NAELA might be interested in knowing that we released a new smartphone app on National Health Decisions Day (April 16) that enables individuals and families to manage and share their health care advance directives and related information. It’s called...
Ohio NAELA Certification Review & UnConference
Aug. 14, 2014 — Certification Review Course View Aug. 15-16, 2014— Ohio NAELA UnProgram View Planning to take the OSBA’s Elder Law Certified Specialist Exam? Let us help! The Ohio Chapter of NAELA will host a one-day complete review course to prepare you for the...
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Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys