An elder lawyer assures that the rights of patients living in nursing homes are protected, and requires that they are provided with an adequate amount of care. For one major nursing home operator, failure to comply with legal staffing levels has cost them millions. Just last week, a California jury rendered a verdict that will [...]
The Sacramento County Superior Court of California just awarded his largest amount in elder abuse damages in the county’s history. After the death of a 79 year old tenant in a local nursing home, approximately $30 million in compensatory and punitive damages was awarded. The tenant had mild dementia, and was relocated to the home [...]
In regards to estate planning, a power of attorney is a crucial asset. However, there are a few different dimensions to power of attorneys, and it’s important to understand and utilize them appropriately.
