We meet the lifetime legal needs of children and adults with disabilities, the elderly, and their families.
Most parents of children with disabilities spend years focused on therapies, medical appointments, school services, and daily support needs. In the midst of all of that, one important question is often left unanswered: What will happen to my child when I am no longer...
After many years of dedicated service, Attorney Elena A. Lidrbauch will be retiring from full-time legal practice effective July 4, 2026. Throughout her distinguished career, Elena has been a trusted advocate, advisor, and leader, helping countless individuals and...
No one likes to sit down at the dinner table and talk about what happens when a parent or spouse can no longer live independently. It’s uncomfortable, emotional, and easy to push off to "tomorrow." But waiting for a medical crisis to dictate your long-term care...
Adults with disabling medical conditions often face increased overall living expenses and diminished earning potential. Planning carefully can help those with disabling medical conditions and their immediate family members make arrangements for long-term financial...
Planning for the future of a loved one with a disability requires thoughtful coordination of legal, financial, and public benefit considerations. One of the most important tools available to families is a special needs trust. In this article, we use the term “special...
As the family caregiver, keeping up with Ohio’s health care shifts is crucial. While the recent updates to Medicaid and Medicare aim to streamline care, they also introduce new rules that could impact eligibility and asset protection. Streamlined processes with Next...
Hickman Lowder is pleased to announce that Amanda M. Buzo has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Lorain County Office on Aging (LCOOA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting older adults throughout Lorain County. Amanda will serve on the...
Social isolation in older adults is more than loneliness—it is a serious health risk linked to depression, cognitive decline, heart disease, and early mortality. The good news is that isolation is often preventable when families, caregivers, and communities are...
At Hickman Lowder, we encounter a wide range of challenges facing older adults and their families. In recent years, we have seen a significant increase in cases involving financial exploitation, which can take many forms. One of the most concerning and increasingly...
Did you know that beginning January 1, 2026, individuals who become blind or disabled before age 46 will be eligible to open a STABLE Account—an increase from the current age limit of 26? Learn more about special needs estate planning tools—including STABLE Accounts, pooled trusts, and first-party special needs trusts—that can help your loved one maintain essential public benefits while also providing funds to enhance their quality of life.