Elder Abuse-Financial Exploitation and Fraud
AGG Talks: Healthcare Insights Podcast - Episode 6: Charting the Future of Nursing Home Staffing
Taking the Pulse, A Health Care and Life Sciences Video Podcast | Episode 197: The Next Generation of Senior Living with Tate Stewart and Alan Moise of Thrive Senior Living
Williams Mullen's Strategies for Senior Care: The Upside of Compliance Plans for Senior Care Facilities
Litigating Elder Financial Exploitation Cases: Defending Banks in a Tough Spot — The Consumer Finance Podcast
Legally Qualified: Protecting Against Elder Investment Fraud and Exploitation
Leaders Moving Business Forward with Naveen Kathuria of eFamilyCare
How Should We Celebrate Elder Law Month?
What is Consumer Fraud and What Deceptions are Employed?
Ventas' Debra Cafaro on why the Health Care asset class is well positioned in today's economy
On January 8, 2026, FINRA issued Regulatory Notice 26-02 announcing proposals for a new rule and revisions to two existing rules. FINRA seeks to revise Rule 4512’s provisions regarding trusted contact persons, to increase...more
Introduction In August 2025, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Dispute Resolution Services (“FINRA DRS”) amended certain Rules related to the length of processing arbitration proceedings....more
As the new year begins, Howard S. Krooks shares insights into one of the most challenging issues many families face: navigating the complexities of family caregiving and end-of-life financial planning. His perspective is...more
For many families, at-home DNA testing kits like 23andMe and Ancestry.com have provided fascinating insights into ancestry and genetic health. But for those of us practicing Elder Law and Estate Administration, they’ve also...more
As baby boomers continue aging, firms continue seeing an uptick in complaints and arbitrations by senior investors and FINRA continues focusing on protecting those customers....more
After a four-day trial, Iowa Attorney General (AG) Brenna Bird obtained a ruling and judgment against Omaha-based stem cell businesses and its owner/CEO for deceptively marketing “regenerative medicine” stem cell injections...more
The holidays arrive each year with that familiar blend of anticipation, nostalgia, and — if we are being honest — a fair amount of anxiety. For members of the Sandwich Generation, that pressure can feel magnified....more
A new letter opinion from the Delaware Court of Chancery offers a clear look at how guardianship disputes can unravel when families delay planning and old loyalties collide. The case, In re Guardianship of W.E., involved...more
Often, people with long-term medical or cognitive conditions that limit their ability to manage their daily care need in-home assistance. Since home care typically costs between $25 and $35 an hour, without long-term care...more
On 25 September 2025, the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress adopted the “Decision on Amending the Shanghai Municipality Regulation on the Protection of the Rights and Interests of the Elderly...more
On November 17, the DOJ released its Annual Report to Congress on Efforts to Combat Elder Fraud and Abuse. According to the report, criminal and civil litigators pursued 283 enforcement actions against over 600 defendants...more
As individuals age, they often face unique emotional and financial vulnerabilities that can make them susceptible to exploitation. In recent years, I have noticed a troubling uptick in cases related to one of the more...more
On January 1, 2025, Illinois Public Act 103-0994 took effect, amending the Illinois Power of Attorney Act to reduce risk for third parties by ensuring the powers of attorney presented to them are still in force. The new law...more
The numbers are disturbing. Elder abuse—especially financial exploitation—is all too prevalent and is a serious concern in estate planning and probate litigation. Whether it’s a caregiver manipulating a vulnerable senior or a...more
Hot off the press! The latest issue of our Elder Law, Probate Litigation & Special Needs Newsletter is here! This month’s highlights include: • Don’t Rely on Medicare or Medicaid for Your Long-Term Care • When...more
Retirement saving is hard enough when you’re just trying to take care of yourself. Add in kids, and it gets tougher. Add in aging parents, and it can feel impossible. According to the 2025 Annual Retirement Study from the...more
On September 8, the District of Columbia through its Office of the Attorney General filed a complaint alleging violations of the district’s Consumer Protection Procedures Act, as well as the Abuse, Neglect, and Financial...more
August was National Make-A-Will Month, but September is a good time to revisit another key component of estate and elder planning: powers of attorney (POAs). These documents are critical tools for ensuring trusted individuals...more
The demographic shift toward an aging population has thrust the coordination of long-term care insurance and Medicaid benefits into the spotlight of elder law practice. For practitioners advising individuals on long-term care...more
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
Life can be unpredictable. Illness, injury, or cognitive impairment can strike without warning, leaving even the most organized among us unable to manage daily affairs. When that happens, who will pay your bills, manage your...more
Notwithstanding the concept of a “youth culture,” we all want the chance to grow old and live life on our terms, which takes thoughtful planning. Elder law planning is as important as having a healthy lifestyle and planning...more
Has this ever happened to you? Misplacing your reading glasses, almost daily? Forgetting names, even of good friends and colleagues? Puzzling over why you just walked into the kitchen? Spending a big part of each day...more
When loved ones become incapacitated and have no estate planning documents in place appointing a guardian or conservator (or when replacement of a current guardian or conservator is necessary), Virginia law allows the filing...more
Nursing home neglect remains a serious problem in New Jersey facilities, affecting thousands of vulnerable residents who depend on caregivers for their basic needs and safety. When nursing homes fail to provide adequate care,...more