How to Get Guardianship of an Elderly Parent When an older adult loses the ability to think clearly, it also affects their ability to make informed and meaningful decisions. This may occur due to Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias,…
What Happens When Your Child with Special Needs Turns 18? You have a child with special needs, and up until this point you have focused your efforts on the present. You have consistently made sure that your child has everything…
Elder Law Can Be Scary, But It Doesn’t Have To Be! Aging is something we all must go through. As our bodies and minds decline, so do our decision-making powers. Unfortunately, some of us can become incapacitated and no longer…
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Is a Court-Appointed Conservator Personally Liable for Actions Taken? By Jill Roamer, J.D., CIPP/US Elder Law, Case Law Is a Court-Appointed Conservator Personally Liable for Actions Taken?As a senior ages, they may no longer be able to look after their own affairs. This…
Conservatorship vs. Guardianship: What's the Difference? Conservatorship vs. Guardianship: What's the Difference? The needs of the ward will determine which role is appropriate When an individual is in need of care to the extent that they become a ward of…
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