Category: Litigation

Elder abuse tends to take place where the senior lives, so it is likely that elder abuse can occur in institutional settings, especially long-term care facilities. Abuse of elders takes many different forms, some involving intimidation or threats against the elderly, some involving neglect, and others involving financial chicanery.

Generally when creating a Power of Attorney, you want to appoint someone who you trust, who will act in your best interests, and who will handle your affairs with trust and honesty. However, if your Agent is no longer acting in your best interests, you need to take action.

A guardianship is a legal proceeding in which a guardian is appointed to exercise the legal rights of an incapacitated person.