Bifocal Vol. 44 Issue 1 (Dec. 2022)

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Director's Column-44th Year of Advocating for Human Rights

David Godfrey, Director, Commission on Law and Aging

September 1st is the beginning of the ABA Bar year and marks the 44th year of the Commission on Law and Aging. In this article, we focus on current and future projects of the Commission designed to protect the legal and human rights of the aging.

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The Commission Welcomes Five New Commissioners

Each September, a new roster of commissioners are appointed by the ABA president. . This year, we have five new commissioners. Learn about them here.

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Practical Information for Lawyers: IRAs: The Problem Asset Related to Medicaid

Dale Krause, JD, LLM

The article examines the complex legal and financial issues related to aging, including long-term care and preservation of assets.

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Power and Control: Adult Guardianship and Intimate Partner Violence

Maggie Roberts

This article discusses the need to ensure that adults with functional limitations who are or have experienced intimate partner violence, have their rights and autonomy preserved to the greatest extent possible.

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Elder Abuse: I Know It When I See It...Or Do I?

Vicki Levy Eskin

This article examines the less subtle, but equally tragic examples of elder abuse that elder lawyers, bankers, accountants, law enforcement, or others see and may feel inadequate to resolve.

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The Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness (TEPSLF) Waiver

Erica C. R. Costello, JD

Have you attended law school and graduated with some substantial student loan debt? You might be eligible for the TEPSLF waiver. Learn more here and see if you might qualify for forgiveness under the TEPSLF waiver.