Pennsylvania’s population remains one of the oldest in the nation. This book help lawyers stay up-to-date with new developments in elder law. It is a fundamental source of information for attorneys representing elderly persons and their families. The experts, who work closely with the elderly on a day-to-day basis, bring valuable insights and advice to this ever-changing and heavily regulated field.
Summary of Contents
Identifying and Litigating Failures in Long Term Care
- Repeated or Unexplained Traumatic Injuries or Elopements
- Sudden, Unexpected or Drastic Changes in Condition and Mental Status
- Personal, Bodily or Psychological Assaults
- Frequent, Repeated Hospitalizations for Same Issue
- Outrageous Conduct
- Gather Basic Data
- Request Documents from Client
- Rescind Arbitration Agreements
- Report Problems to Regulatory Agency
- Send Preservation of Evidence Letter
- Investigate the Facility over the Internet
- Obtain Hospital Records
- HIPPA/HITECH Request Direct from Client
- Consider Opening an Estate
Appendices
Appendix A: Preservation of Evidence Letter
Appendix B: HIPPA/HITECH Records Request Letter
Pennsylvania Support Laws: Filial Support and the Doctrine of Necessaries
I. Introduction
II. Filial Support Overview
III. Filial Support in Practice
- Definition of “Indigent
- Liability of the Relative(s)
- Financial Ability of the Relative(s)