Update on Supported Decision Making in New York State

By admin-clm | November 16, 2021 |
Father with adult son in park

From recent experience in New York guardianship courts on applications where individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities may have some higher functioning capabilities, I find judges are often frustrated with the current 17-A guardianship law as it cannot be tailored to an individual’s needs and supports to enable them to retain certain autonomy and decision-making rights. While…

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Initial Referrals to the Committee on Special Education

By Arshi Pal | October 12, 2021 |
GIrl lying on stomach using tablet

by Arshi Pal, Esq. The pandemic has been a real eye-opener for many parents. As we transitioned to remote learning, many parents became part-time instructors to ensure that their children engaged in instruction and completed assignments. Many parents witnessed firsthand the struggles their children were having with paying attention, completing assignments, understanding concepts and communicating…

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Recognizing Mental Illness Awareness Week

By Marion M. Walsh | October 6, 2021 |

by Marion M. Walsh, Esq. In 1990, Congress officially established the first full week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week.  The week runs through Sunday, October 10, which is World Mental Health Day. Mental Illness Awareness Week assumes more relevance today than ever, due to challenges raised by the pandemic and increased isolation and…

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