by Annette Hines | Aug 3, 2023 | Guardianships
At a joint committee hearing, experts spoke about a Pennsylvania state bill that aims to strengthen guardianship laws, further protecting the rights of residents deemed incapable of making decisions. The Massachusetts House is currently discussing bill H.201: An Act...
by Annette Hines | Nov 9, 2022 | Advocacy, Guardianships, Special Needs
For some people with disabilities, a guardianship or conservatorship would be overly restrictive. Supported decision-making can be an alternative to unnecessary guardianships, and Special Needs Advocate and Attorney Annette Hines is a huge supporter of and speaks...
by Annette Hines | Jul 22, 2021 | Advocacy, Guardianships, Special Needs, Special Needs Planning
The Britney Spears Case is a legal fight to wrest back control over her personal and financial affairs and has flooded the issue of guardianship in Klieg lights. While a full guardianship may be necessary for many individuals with special needs, the Spears case...