by brd | Nov 11, 2026 | Advocacy, General
Some kids read early but can’t hold a pencil. Some talk like little professors but melt down at transitions. Parents often notice the gap long before anyone tells them what it means. That is the subject of the Special Needs Roundtable in the November 2026 issue...
by brd | Nov 11, 2026 | Professional
Lachtman Cohen & Belowich LLP is pleased to host the Westchester County Bar Association ADR Committee’s “Mediation v. Litigation: What’s In It for Me?” on November 13. LCB Partner Hon. Joan B. Lefkowitz (Ret.) will moderate the discussion, with LCB Partner Greg...
by brd | Nov 11, 2026 | General, Professional
Proud to announce that Tara C. Fappiano has been named a Power Woman of the Bronx by Scheps Media. Power Women of the Bronx honors those fearless females who make the Bronx the thriving and vibrant place it is to work, live and do business. When women support women,...
by brd | Sep 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
I am honored to share that I have been selected to serve as a Special Master in the Appellate Division, Second Department. The Appellate Division, Second Department utilizes Special Masters within its Mandatory Civil Appeals Mediation Program (MCAMP) to act as neutral...
by Tara Fappiano | Aug 7, 2026 | General
I’m happy to share that I’ve been featured in the August 2026 issue of New York Family in their special needs roundtable discussion. Check out my advice for how you can set goals with your children this school year.
by Tara Fappiano | Jul 27, 2026 | Advocacy, General
It was a privilege to be invited to attend a representative round table with congressman George Latimer of the 16th judicial district. It was a robust and knowledgeable conversation about the impact of HR1 on Medicaid and SNAP benefits for our communities with...
by Tara Fappiano | Jul 24, 2026 | Advocacy
Olmstead v. L.C. (1999) affirmed that unnecessary institutionalization can violate Title II of the ADA and recognized the right of disabled people to receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs. On July 20, the DOJ announced it would no...
by Tara Fappiano | Jul 18, 2026 | Advocacy
In July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month. This month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act, and honors the history, culture, and experiences of the disabled community. How we can celebrate Disability Pride Month: – Educate ourselves on...
by Tara Fappiano | Jun 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
The federal government is planning on moving the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services from the U.S. Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to the Department of Justice. What does...
by Tara Fappiano | Jun 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Proud to contribute to the first edition of New York Family’s Special Needs Roundtable, focused on supporting children with disabilities and special needs through the summer and school holidays. Read the article in New York Family’s publications this June,...
