Here’s an astounding statistic: According to the New York Times, New York has received $400,287,736 in unclaimed life insurance property since 2000 and paid out $64,772,228. Why does so much money go unclaimed? The first problem is that someone needs to notify the insurance company that the policy holder has died. If the beneficiaries… Read More »
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Play Ball! Special Needs Kids on Long Island
A brand new baseball little league has been form on Long Island, welcoming disabled children. The Little League of the Islips’ Challengers team is comprised of two teams, the Hurricanes and the Cyclones. As CBS News commented, “the Field of Dreams belongs to everyone.” The Challengers are the brainchild of Kelly Pipitone and Frank Fritz. … Read More »
A Physician’s Guide to End-of-Life Decisions (MOLST)
The denial of death is one of the strongest of human defense mechanisms. In fact, there’s an entire book about it. We don’t want to think about our end-of-life care wishes. (Although some have instructed, “Wave a martini in front of me — if I don’t respond, pull the plug.”) I don’t like to think… Read More »
Is the Doctor In? Not if You're on Medicaid
A major difficulty for people on Medicaid is the inability to find doctors and dentists willing to accept the plan. For those people who need primary care, the result is often hours and hours in clinics waiting to see a general practitioner and month-long waits for specialists. According to the New York Times, having… Read More »
Four Corners of a Contract, Demystified
What is the Four Corners Rule? The “Four Corners Rule” states that if the language is not found within the written words of the contract, then outside evidence will not be considered. This includes any oral agreement you’ve made. How Does this Work? So, for example, you’ve agreed to buy widgets from a manufacturer. Your… Read More »
Early Screening Tool Could Detect Autism by Age 1
A new approach to screening for some autism spectrum disorders may be able to detect autism by the age of 1, a great advance. Earlier detection and treatment can lead to better outcomes, as parents and teachers of children with autism know. The Journal of Pediatrics has prepared a checklist to be used at baby’s… Read More »
Charlie Will Never Return: MTA to No Longer Run Long Island Bus
According to Newsday, the MTA voted today to end its contract with Long Island bus, despite protests from bus riders and pleas from transit advocates. As of December 31st, a private company will take over the operations. What private company? It isn’t yet known. This does not bode well for a smooth transition. As I… Read More »
Light it Up Blue Kicks Off World Awareness Autism Day
I was in Home Depot this morning, shopping for light bulbs, when I noticed a rack of blue light bulbs with a prominent sign “Light it Up Blue—Autism Speaks.” In an effort to raise awareness of autism, Autism Speaks is seeking to “shine a light on autism by raising awareness of autism in communities… Read More »
Long Island Bus Cuts–Public Hearing March 23
Call to Action Everyone who has any family members or friends who are disabled or elderly must attend this public hearing at Hofstra University March 23, 2011 at 3PM to protest the plans to cut 25 of Long Island’s bus routes and 20% of Able-Ride’s service cuts. Cuts unfairly target Long Island’s Disabled Riders… Read More »
Lions and Kiwanis and Rotary, Oh My!
Frequently asked questions about becoming a 501(c)(3) foundation Why Should Our Club Become a 501(c)(3) foundation? I have recently had the pleasure of both incorporating and applying for 501(c)(3) non-profit status for a New York Lions and a New York Kiwanis Club. One club had been in existence for more than 50 years… Read More »