The Court recently ruled in this particular set of circumstances that a residential care facility resident was not bound by an arbitration agreement her daughter signed on her behalf when placing her at the facility. Arbitration clauses are not in themselves bad but they can be oppressive especially when it relates to care facilities. To...
Many people assume that estate planning is only done by the elderly or people with vast estates. This is a mistake as most adults or couples should plan for their estate which would include planning for their assets, care for their children, or plan for incapacity. The following are just a few reasons to consider...
California Conservator vs. Agent Under Power of Attorney In California, a conservatorship occurs when someone seeks a court case and asks a judge to appoint either an individual or organization as a “conservator.” A conservator is someone who is a responsible party and manages the affairs of a person who is deemed incapacitated, meaning that they can...
If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, the time for legal and financial planning is now. Join us to learn about important legal and financial issues you may face and how to put plans in place. Raxter Law, P.A. in association with the Alzheimer’s Association is presenting a free...
Conservatorship: What is It and How Does it Work? California Conservatorships – An Introduction Few responsibilities are more profound than taking care of an adult who is unable to care for himself or herself. If appointed by the Court to do so, the person charged with that responsibility is called a “conservator.” The adult...
Helping You Prevent Elder Abuse Raxter Law has long been committed to preventing elder abuse in California. You can access our many resources here: Raxter Law’s California Elder Abuse Facts and Resources. If you or someone you know is being abused, contact us immediately to schedule an appointment. We can help. Today we will take...
Alzheimer’s Association Research Town hallJoin us to hear about the latest groundbreakingdiscoveries in Alzheimer’s and dementia research,brain health, and a look at what the future holdsin the search for a cure.Wed. October 14, 6:00-6:45 pm Learn the landscape of Alzheimer’s and dementia science. Understand the importance of early detection and diagnosis. Find out more about...
Where there is a Will there is a way! Most people think of wills as the only way to transfer property upon death, however, there are several instruments one can use to transfer property to loved ones upon their passing. First, let’s understand that even I you do not execute a will your property will...
Executor’s role in Probate What is an “Executor?” In California the Executor is also called a personal representative. It is the person or entity nominated by the deceased person (the “decedent”) in a Will to administer the estate of that person as directed by the Will. Let’s start by stating that it’s both an honor...
