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Cole Schotz

Naming a Guardian: It’s More Important Than You Think

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It is easy to mistakenly assume that naming a guardian in estate planning documents is only critical for individuals with minor children. In reality, however, appointing a guardian is just as important for parents as it is...more

Cozen O'Connor

Top Ten Reasons You Need an Elder Law Attorney

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As the chair of the Elder Law Practice Group, I see a lot of issues that the firm’s clients encounter in their personal lives. As we begin the new year, I thought it appropriate to write about the areas of our practice that...more

Lathrop GPM

Minnesota Court of Appeals Confirms Immunity from Financial Liability for Guardians

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​​​​​​​The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that, under Minnesota law, guardians are immune from liability for negligently performing their duty to provide care for a person subject to guardianship. The opinion continues the...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

Pennsylvania Courts Implement a Statewide Uniform Guardianship Tracking System (GTS) Effective Immediately

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By Order dated August 31, 2018, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania adopted new Rule 501 of the Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration, amending 204 Pa. Code § 207.3, effective immediately. Rule 501 creates an...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

New Federal Law Puts Focus on Preventing Elder Abuse

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A new federal law is designed to address the growing problem of elder abuse. The law supports efforts to better understand, prevent, and combat both financial and physical elder abuse....more

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