Elder Law 
Thursday roundup: Elder exploitation, justice in triple killing, remembering an Olympic speed-skater – Minneapolis Star Tribune
Two years ago, I wrote about how Minnesota’s laws governing power-of-attorney make it relatively easy for third parties to get control of the finances of mentally incapacitated people. In a different kind of crime, the triple killings in the …
How media bias breeds political incivility – NewHampshire.com (blog)
which proclaims “All the news that’s fit to print” — a claim that would be subjected to truth-in-labeling laws were it not for the First Amendment. Brokaw, an honorable and industrious man, is now playing the role of elder statesman … Continue reading
One of two Mormon missionaries killed in Texas died after extending his mission – Deseret News
Also killed was Elder Derek Jason Walker, 20, of Fairfield, Idaho, who like Strong died of injuries sustained in what Texas law enforcement officials are calling a hit-and-run incident. A third missionary, Elder Zachary Todd Harris, 19 …
Assisted suicide/euthanasia case is a recipe for elder abuse and a threat to individual patient rights – CNW.ca
Will Johnston, a Vancouver physician and Chair of the EPC – BC states: “I see elder abuse in my practice … and fear that confronting the abuser will cost love and care. Under current law, abusers take their victims to … Continue reading
MONTCO JUDGES ELECTIONS 2011: Democrats leading in Montco Court of Common Please election, 99% counted – Reporter
Albright who turns 70 this year. During the campaign, Austin, 56, of Abington, said her military career, stints as a county prosecutor and an assistant solicitor and her practice of elder law impressed upon her the importance of “fairly …
Seniors Should Take the Time to Research Their Social Security Payments and Healthcare Premiums – Forbes
And, spouses are eligible for a survivor’s benefit when a higher-earning spouse dies. To learn more about New York elder law, visit http://www.littmankrooks.com/elder-law/ or http://www.elderlawnewyork.com.
MONTCO JUDGES ELECTIONS 2011: Democrats leading in Montco Court of Common Please election – Reporter
Albright who turns 70 this year. During the campaign, Austin, 56, of Abington, said her military career, stints as a county prosecutor and an assistant solicitor and her practice of elder law impressed upon her the importance of “fairly …
Elder law seminar set in Fort Ashby – Mineral Daily News-Tribune
FORT ASHBY – A free elder law seminar will be presented on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 6 p.m. at the Upchurch Funeral Home in Fort Ashby. Topics will include protecting your assets through an estate plan. Presenters will be Daniel … Continue reading
Attorney honored for giving back – Idaho State Journal
The lawyer, who specializes in elder law, was applauded for his work associated with the local Paintfest program in the October 2011 edition of the American Bar Association Journal. Hadley’s photo appeared in a section titled “Lawyers Giving Back.”
Ombudsmen oversee elder care in Napa County – Napa Valley Register
Violations of these laws are reported to the California Department of Public … Aside from our main function as resident advocates, we investigate reports of elder abuse and refer to the appropriate agency; maintain listings of licensed …
