Be Careful What You Wish For: The Maryland Medicaid Waiver Experience,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Be Careful What You Wish For: The Maryland Medicaid Waiver Experience, Jason A. Frank
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
The Elderly And September 11, 2001,
2012
Marquette University Law School
The Elderly And September 11, 2001, Joseph A. Liberman Iii
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
From The Editor,
2012
Marquette University Law School
From The Editor, Alison Mcchrystal Barnes
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
Table Of Contents,
2012
Marquette University Law School
On The Way To Alzheimer's Disease,
2012
University of Rochester
On The Way To Alzheimer's Disease, M. Saleem Ismail
Marquette Elder's Advisor
Current research indicates that the onset of Alzheimer's disease is preceded by a stage termed "mild cognitive impairment." By recognizing the characteristics of this preclinical phase and administering the proper treatments, the author suggest that physicians may be able to stop the progression toward AD.
Has Your Client Lost It? Ethical Considerations In Estate Planning,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Has Your Client Lost It? Ethical Considerations In Estate Planning, Marita K. Marshall, Frayda L. Bruton
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines competence issues that lawyers may encounter with a new client with suspect competency or a current client who is now incompetent or whose competency is questionable.
Joint Conference On Ethical/Legal Issues In The Progression Of Dementia,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Joint Conference On Ethical/Legal Issues In The Progression Of Dementia, Carrie Mcadams
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
Psychological Perspectives On Competency,
2012
Community Hospital of Los Gratos
Psychological Perspectives On Competency, John Becker
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article considers how law and psychology can work together cooperatively toward understanding the competency of individuals to make plans for themselves and to take care of themselves personally and financially.
Representing The Mentally Impaired Client,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Representing The Mentally Impaired Client, James V. Quillinan
Marquette Elder's Advisor
In this series of articles, the author discusses three troublesome guardianship cases from legal and medical perspectives. Statues and forms for practitioners are provided.
Reimaging The Ombudsman: An Appraisal,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Reimaging The Ombudsman: An Appraisal, Beth Eisendrath
Marquette Elder's Advisor
An ombudsman program can serve as a useful alternative to the court system for nursing-home residents. This article examines issues related to the ombudsman's role in long-term care facilities, including purpose, criticisms, and local and national recommendations
Preventative Medicine Guidelines For The Geriatric Population,
2012
Jefferson Medical College
Preventative Medicine Guidelines For The Geriatric Population, Lisa Dockter, David A. Simpson
Marquette Elder's Advisor
To promote and maintain the health of elders, it is critical that physicians adopt preventative medicine practices. This article examines the geriatric health maintenance research, which provides comprehensive guidelines for healthcare providers
Privacy And Pension Plan Records: Is Self-Regulation Sufficient?,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Privacy And Pension Plan Records: Is Self-Regulation Sufficient?, Michael J. Francis
Marquette Elder's Advisor
The confidentiality of employee' pension information is being threatened by changes in the design of qualified retirement plans and advances in data-processing and Internet technology. Despite the passage of recent laws aimed at protecting privacy, the author suggest that more may need to be done to ensure that personal financial information remains secure.
Physical Therapists As Consultants To Elder Law Attorneys And Clients,
2012
Lebanon Valley College
Physical Therapists As Consultants To Elder Law Attorneys And Clients, Ron Scott
Marquette Elder's Advisor
Physical therapists can act as valuable consultants to attorneys practicing elder law and their clients. This article presents an overview of this profession, including areas of practice, certification, ethics code, and information on contacting physical therapists.
Early-Stage Dementia Diagnosis And Care,
2012
University of Hawaii
Early-Stage Dementia Diagnosis And Care, Victor G. Valcour, Patricia L. Blanchette
Marquette Elder's Advisor
Dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease and other factors is taking a tremendous toll on elders and their families. According to the author however, if the disease is diagnosed and treated early, many patients can avoid or delay secondary medical and social complications.
Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer By An Elderly Couple,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer By An Elderly Couple, Allen F. Ross
Marquette Elder's Advisor
A growing number of elders have amassed substantial assets as a result of adopting frugal lifestyles or making fortunate investments. This article proposes detailed plans for managing these individuals' taxes as their wealth is transferred.
A Guardianship Jury Trial Case Study,
2012
Marquette University Law School
A Guardianship Jury Trial Case Study, Steven C. Perlis
Marquette Elder's Advisor
An attorney relates his recent experience with guardianship jury trials. Perils shares his insight gained and explains why the jury system can serve as an effective tool for advocating on behalf of elderly
Ethics Of The Attorney In Medical Malpractice Litigation,
2012
Wright State University School of Medicine
Ethics Of The Attorney In Medical Malpractice Litigation, Marshall B. Kapp
Marquette Elder's Advisor
In medical malpractice litigation, providing legal representation to older patients or their healthcare providers carriers significant ethical implication. However, there has been little scholarly or practical discussion of legal ethics concerning circumstances in which the medical malpractice plaintiff is an older person. The author sets forth a tentative outline of key issues that should be included in an analysis of legal ethics in the medical malpractice context, particularly when an older patient is involved.
From The Editor,
2012
Marquette University Law School
From The Editor, Alison Mcchrystal Barnes
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
Table Of Contents,
2012
Marquette University Law School
More Thoughts About Suicide In The Elderly,
2012
Marquette University Law School
More Thoughts About Suicide In The Elderly, Richard E. Finlayson
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
