Elder Director's Column David Godfrey In this months Director's Update, David Godfrey discusses the activities of the Commission including new ABA policy, upcoming trainings and future Commission projects.
Elder Meet our New Staff Attorney, Beth Russo We are thrilled to introduce you to our newest staff attorney, Elizabeth Russo. In this interview, Beth shares her background on law and aging issues and what brought her to the Commission.
Elder Who are the People in Your Guardianship Case? Elizabeth Russo In this article we discuss the roles of Attorneys, Guardians ad Litem, Guardians, and Visitors in guardianship court cases.
Elder Senior Lawyer/Volunteer Lawyer: The Key to an Active Retirement Tazewell Shepard This partial reprint article by Tazewell Shepard discusses his personal experience, how to become a Senior Lawyer/Volunteer Lawyer and the benefits of doing so.
Elder Elder Abuse Fatality Review Teams Erica C. R. Costello The COVID-19 pandemic has had a staggering effect on the number of reported cases of abuse, neglect, and exploitation involving older adults. This article discussed the benefits and need for (EAFRTs) and states that have a adopted legislation.
Elder Book Review: Representing People With Dementia David Godfrey This book reviewed by David Godfrey explains what dementia is, how it changes the judgement and behavior of an adult and how defense attorneys can help clients experiencing major neurocognitive decline caused by some forms of dementia.
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