What are you looking for?

Frequently Asked Questions

Category Archives: FAQ

What is a trustee? | Kristen Behrens

What is the difference between a settlement trust and a special needs trust? | Kristen Behrens

Disability Planning/ Should I create a settlement trust or a special needs? | Kristen Behrens

Where can I provide funds to put into a special needs trust? | Stewart Cohen

(1:55 – 6:10)

What is the difference between guardianship and power of attorney? | Ethan Ordog

What should parents consider in retaining an attorney to help with planning for a special needs child? | Ethan Ordog

What is a “Representative Payee”? | Kristen Behrens

What is a “Formulary?” | Monica Kondrad

In the event of an accident or incident causing serious injuries or disabilities how do I respond to investigations by insurance companies? | Stewart Cohen

What are other issues that may affect my legal rights?

(30:10 – 33:44)

If I live in Pennsylvania or New Jersey but the injury occurs somewhere else, where are my rights affected? | Stewart Cohen

(24:38 – 25:46)

If I bring a claim will it interfere with benefits or insurance coverage that is in place? Will the doctors stop treating my child? | Stewart Cohen

(20:16 – 22:21)

How do I find an experienced lawyer to represent a disabled person or family? | Stewart Cohen

What are the reasons why I should not investigate these issues? | Stewart Cohen

(25:47 – 27:46)

Is it important to act properly to investigate the cause of a disability? | Steward Cohen

What are the main reasons for a possible lawsuit? | Stewart Cohen

What is a “plan of care” or “medical summary” and why should I have one? | Monica Kondrad

What is a Care Coordinator and how can that he or she help a family with a child with special health care needs? | Monica Kondrad

If I am disabled or have a child that is disabled, why should I consult an attorney? | Stewart Cohen

How does the team of professionals coordinate to assist a disabled person and their family, and what is the role of the attorney in that team? | Stewart Cohen

Need help? Call us anytime.

866-594-8362

Disclaimer: Meeting Life’s Challenges, LLC is a not for profit corporation that provides without charge confidential social services resources, information and networking opportunities. If you have legal questions you should consult an attorney of your own choosing. The web site and the resources and information provided are not offered in lieu of medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition or for any questions you may have regarding a health concern.