Patient Autonomy and the Right to Self-Determination in Medical and End-of-Life Decision Making: A competent individual’s right to refuse life-sustaining medical treatment is generally acknowledged and accepted, as is an individual’s ability to exercise this right through advance written directives, or through a surrogate decision maker. Self-determination and the right to autonomy in healthcare and […]
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2016
How many movies have you seen in which a young man or woman pursues a relationship with an older individual in order to gain money, status, or just better their own well-being? Conflicts occur. Problems are solved. Hilarity ensues. While Hollywood often embellishes this exploitation with comedy, the reality of these situations is much darker. […]
Elder Law Month
Concluding “Elder Law Month” this May Reed Longyear Malnati & Ahrens PLLC acknowledges, the attorneys and organizations that make a difference in the lives of senior citizens, peoples with disabilities, and their family members. An important component of Elder Law is proactive planning. Elder Law is a growing field of law due to the increasing […]