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Guardianships
Buzz Aldrin dilemma — guardianship or exploitation concern?
Taking care of mom or dad can become a pressing concern as a Colorado resident's parent ages. It often begins with driving mom or dad to doctors' appointments. Later, one realizes that the parent is no longer able to stay on top of bills and needs someone to step in...
HBO’s Shocking Coverage of Guardianship Abuse of the Elderly
What did they get right? What do you need to know?In the HBO show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the comedian highlighted the widespread problem of abuses by guardians and conservators. Mr. Oliver is a comedian who uses humor to address issues often overlooked or...
Guardianship appointment vital part of estate plan
No matter how much one plans and prepares, the future still remains uncertain. Even the best plans can go awry. With this in mind, one cannot be certain the he or she will always be able to take care of him or herself. If the day comes when this is not possible, it...
Signs a guardian may be abusing a senior citizen
Some senior citizens require guardianship, so someone with proper mental faculties must take over decision-making tasks regarding the person's finances and health. Unfortunately, not everyone who signs up to be a guardian is trustworthy. There are many cases of people...
Guardianship established by the court
Life is full of changes. One moment the Colorado resident is worried about the stock market; the next moment the individual is concerned with a medical diagnosis. Then there is always the possibility that something will happen and the individual will become unable to...
How to challenge a guardianship decision
Many elderly citizens rely on the services of a guardian to help make important financial and life decisions. In many cases, the court ends up appointing a guardian. While many professional guardians will ensure the individual is safe, abuse has occurred in the...
Guardianship is an important responsibility
At some point in time, it is possible that a Colorado resident will no longer be able to make legal decisions. When this happens, it is often necessary for a guardianship relationship to be established. This relationship can have been established by the individual...
Know the warning signs of elder financial abuse
Discovering that an elderly loved one is being financially abused sometimes does not occur until it is too late. The abuser has already done significant damage, stealing possessions and cleaning out bank accounts.Findings by a Securities Industry and Financial Markets...
When a senior needs a guardian
There may come a day when you realize that your elderly mother cannot make important decisions by herself. In these circumstances, it may be in her best interests to have a guardian. At Vincent, Romeo and Rodriguez, LLC, we understand that sometimes it is difficult to...
