How To Ensure Your State Employees Retirement System (SERS) Pension Will Benefit Someone With Special Needs
Employees who perform services for the State of Illinois are eligible for retirement benefits under the State Employees Retirement System (SERS). Participants in the SERS program receive pension payments upon retirement and can name beneficiaries who will receive...
Using Your Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension For Your Loved One With Special Needs
The Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) offers benefits for certain Illinois workers. Since retirement funds’ rules and benefits can vary, it’s important to understand how you can use retirement funds to provide for your child with special needs. In this...
How An Individual With Special Needs May Obtain A Driver’s License, And How Guardianship Can Affect It
Some people with disabilities may be able to drive a motor vehicle and hold a valid driver’s license. Depending on their specific abilities and whether accommodations are available to address any challenges, they can apply for a license if they can pass all required...
Helpful Resources For Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities
At Rubin Law, our law practice is exclusively limited to helping our fellow Illinois families of children and adults with disabilities. As a result of this and our own personal experiences, we know how crucial organizations can be in making life a little easier and in...