Under Court, Vulnerable Became Victims - Washingtonpost.com Report - June 2003 investigative series focusing on abuse and neglect of wards by guardians and conservators in the D.C. court system.
Stolen Lives - AARP Magazine - Barry Yeoman describes how thousands of elders are being robbed of their freedom, dignity, and life savings by a legal system created for their protection.
Retirement Nightmare - Describes how a senior can be forced to surrender decision-making powers through the abuse of involuntary conservatorship or guardianship proceedings in today's courts.
Queens County Grand Jury Report Concerning Thefts from Guardianships - Comprehensive 2004 report recommending major changes in existing law and court rules to improve oversight of court appointed guardians and examiners.
Performance Audit of Selected Court Conservatorship Cases - This 2003 report from the Michigan Office of the Auditor General questions the validity of conservators' annual accountings and the effectiveness of control procedures.
Justice For Florida Seniors - Non-profit campaign to stop guardianship abuse. Includes a list of 10 dirty tricks identified by the Pinellas County Internal Auditor.
Rami's Rangers - Friends and family question Dr. Rami N. Rodriguez's treatment by his court-appointed conservator and express concern about his safety. Includes case details and advocacy information.
Guardians for Profit - Los Angeles Times - Comprehensive investigative series describing how professional conservators, probate courts and the Public Guardian fail to protect the elderly in California. Reviews more than 2,400 cases.
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