Lawyers, Judges and Elder Abuse
By Andrew Chadwick
There are reported cases of corrupt lawyers, judges who have “stolen” from elderly citizens.
Just yesterday, former Covington Probate Judge Philips was found guilty of stealing from the estate of Cary Douglas Piper. (see source)
Such lawyers and judges are supposed to be those who assist and help us. Instead, they betray the trust we place on them.
There must be more cases of this sort of betrayal. But what can be done?
The legal professionals and the body that governs them must take steps to restore public trust in their members.
Law makers must ensure that such cases are acted on swiftly. That is, all allegations must be taken seriously, and investigated.
There must be, in place, some kind of reporting system for such case. This should be well publicized.
There having been many cases involving guardianship and conservatorship, that must really be investigated. These cases have gone on for too long without resolution.
Just check out the following sites:
http://guardianshipabuse.blogspot.com/
http://elder-abuse-cyberray.blogspot.com/
http://ca.geocities.com/shenlee@rogers.com/guardianshipabuse/index.html
Attorneys and judges must be held responsible and “punished” for their misconduct.
Those cases of guardianship abuse must be STOP !
We must not forget that the victims are vulnerable seniors, who deserve our assistance. Robbing them (in whatever ways) in their twilight years is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
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"Elder Abuse is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring in any relationship where there is an expectation of trust that causes harm or distress to an older person”. (WHO)
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