Statutory Wills and Testamentary Capacity

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Testamentary capacity is necessary and significant when making, updating, or revoking a will. It refers to the person’s mental state when formally executing their testamentary intentions. If someone lacked testamentary capacity and had made a will at such a time, its validity is in great question. If a prospective will-maker…

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Elder Abuse and Neglect

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Elder Neglect – What is it? Elder abuse is fundamentally a violation of an older individual’s human rights by another person or persons. Elder abuse can take various forms, including physical, financial, psychological, sexual, and emotional. Elder Neglect is a common form of abuse experienced by vulnerable older persons and…

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What is Elder Abuse?

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Elder Abuse is when an individual who classifies as an elder is abused by another party causing harm to the elder. Commonly, the offender may be an individual who is close to the elder or whom the elder relies for core support or accommodation. An offender is either a relative…

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Problems with The Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment (Royal Commission Response) Bill 2022 1

Problems with The Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment (Royal Commission Response) Bill 2022

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This Bill was introduced to the House of Representatives on 28 July 2022. The bill offers immunity against civil and criminal claims if the provider complies with the restrictive practices obligations in the quality of care principles: Substituting subordinate legislation [the quality-of-care principles – made as regulations under the aged…

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