Podcasts about guardianships

Every client has a unique set of needs. In this episode, we're looking at how to work with clients who have a power of attorney or are under a conservatorship. Listen to learn how these circumstances affect enrollment, and how you can assist the process!    Read the text version     Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.    Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/     Elder Abuse Prevention & Resources    Resources: How to Help Clients Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsidies & Taxes: https://lnk.to/Lw5Dmc   How to Stay Compliant During All Medicare Sales: https://lnk.to/41gE4C   Where It All Begins: Obtaining Permission to Contact for Medicare Sales: https://ritterim.com/blog/where-it-all-begins-obtaining-permission-to-contact-for-medicare-sales/  Why Are Part D Prescription Drug Plans So Different? https://ritterim.com/blog/why-are-part-d-prescription-drug-plans-so-different/     References: “Authorization to Disclose Personal Health ...” Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, https://www.cms.gov/medicare/cms-forms/cms-forms/downloads/cms10106.pdf. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Britney Spears's Conservatorship Terminated after Nearly 14 Years.” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 12 Nov. 2021, https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/nov/12/britney-spears-conservatorship-terminated.  “Conservatorship and Guardianship.” Family Caregiver Alliance, https://www.caregiver.org/resource/conservatorship-and-guardianship/. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.  Kenton, Will. “Conservatorship Definition, How It Works, Types, Alternatives.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/conservatorship.asp. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Elder Abuse Statistics.” Justice.Gov, U.S. Department of Justice, https://www.justice.gov/file/970666/dl?inline=. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Financial Exploitation Resources.” Financial Exploitation Resources | Department of Aging | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, https://www.pa.gov/agencies/aging/aging-programs-and-services/advocacy-education-protection/financial-exploitation-resources.html. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “GAO-10-1046 Highlights, Guardianships.” GAO.Gov, United States Government Accountability Office, https://www.gao.gov/assets/gao-10-1046-highlights.pdf. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Get the Facts on Elder Abuse.” NCOA, National Council on Aging, https://www.ncoa.org/article/get-the-facts-on-elder-abuse/. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “New California Law Limits Conservatorships after Britney Spears Saga.” Mortensen & Reinheimer, PC, Mortensen & Reinheimer, PC, https://www.ocestateplanning.net/law-blog/2023/january/new-california-law-limits-conservatorships-after/. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Power of Attorney.” AmericanBar.Org, American Bar Association, https://www.americanbar.org/groups/real_property_trust_estate/resources/estate-planning/power-of-attorney/. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.  “Rules and Model Language for Proof of Representation Vs ...” Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/por-vs-ctrpdf. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “Using a Power of Attorney to Enroll a Beneficiary in a Medicare Drug Plan.” ElderLawAnswers for Attorneys - Affordable Content Marketing for Busy Elder Law Attorneys, ElderLawAnswers for Attorneys, https://attorney.elderlawanswers.com/using-a-power-of-attorney-to-enroll-a-beneficiary-in-a-medicare-drug-plan-6414. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.   “What is a medical power of attorney.” FreeWill, https://www.freewill.com/learn/what-is-a-medical-power-of-attorney/. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.  Firm, The Karp Law. “Your Power of Attorney Is Not Enough for Medicare, Social Security.” Karp Law Firm, https://karplaw.com/your-power-of-attorney-is-not-enough-for-medicare-social-security/. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.     Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X (fka) Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance      Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel    Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/  Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. 

Today, we're diving headfirst into the nitty-gritty of estate planning with our special guest, Kristen Luce, Partner at Coughlin and Gerhart, LLP, who knows this stuff like the back of her hand. Our episode kicks off with a casual banter that sets the tone for a relaxed yet informative discussion. Kristen shares her journey and passion for helping clients navigate the often murky waters of estate planning. Together we discuss how many people feel overwhelmed and hesitant to start their estate planning because, let's face it, nobody wants to think about their mortality. But Kristen reassures us that it's all about getting organized and taking proactive steps. We touch on the importance of having a good team in your corner—fee-only financial planners and attorneys who actually communicate and work together.Together, we unravel the mystery of why having a solid estate plan is essential, especially when life throws curveballs your way. We tackle the common misconceptions that make people hesitant to seek professional help and why you should throw your trust into the hands of someone who knows what they're doing (spoiler alert: it's not always the first Google result). Kristen explains how you should navigate the legal labyrinth of financial planning, ensuring you don't end up in a pickle when it counts the most.Takeaways:Ditch the Suits podcast is all about sharing financial insights that the industry prefers to keep hush-hush, helping listeners navigate their money matters like seasoned pros. The transition to Patreon is a game-changer, making past episodes accessible and ensuring you never miss out on new content, so hop on board! Estate planning isn't a one-size-fits-all process; it's crucial to work with an attorney who gets your unique situation and crafts a plan that truly reflects your wishes. Clients often struggle to get organized for estate planning, but with a solid questionnaire and guidance, the process can be smoother and less daunting than you think! Understanding the legal side of financial planning is essential, especially during tough times, as it helps to ensure your family's stability and peace of mind in the future. Communication is key in estate planning; a good attorney listens to what's important to you and explains things in plain English, avoiding the dreaded legalese. ________________________________________Ms. Luce joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2007 and is a partner with the firm. She is chair of the firm's Trusts & Estates Practice Group. Ms. Luce's practice is concentrated in the areas of Estate Planning, Trust & Estate Administration, Guardianships, Adoptions, Litigated Estate Matters, and Real Estate. She practices in the firm's main office, as well as the Owego branch office. She has been selected as a Rising Star among New York lawyers for Estate Planning from 2013 – 2018 by Upstate New York Super Lawyers magazine. In 2017 Ms. Luce was named in the 24th Edition of the Best Lawyers in America® in the practice area of Trust & Estates. Ms. Luce has been given this award every year since 2017 (for the Best Lawyers in America© for Trust & Estates).Ms. Luce is a current member of the Broome County and New York State Bar Associations. She is a member of the New York Bar Association's Elder Law and Special Needs Section. Ms. Luce previously served on the Board of Directors to the local American Automobile Association (AAA) Club. She is a past Co-Chair of the Broome County Bar Association's Young Lawyers Committee. She served on the Board

Navigating Wills, Probates, Trusts, and Guardianships with Mariah McKinneyIn this episode, Christa and new Host, Marlon Weems, interview Mariah McKinney, a lawyer and partner at Garlock & McKinney. They explore crucial yet often overlooked legal matters including wills, probates, trusts, and guardianships. Mariah shares the complexities of probate administration, the importance of comprehensive estate planning, and the risks of not having a financial or healthcare power of attorney.Mariah also shares her journey from Western to Eastern North Carolina and her deep connection to Topsail Island.www.garlockandmckinney.comMessage MariahPhone: (828) 357-4510Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Resort & Suites - Topsail Island's premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!Co-Hosts: Marlon Weems and Christa SchroederEdited by Jim Mendes-Pouget  |  jimpouget@gmail.comSend Christa a message! Please leave your contact information if you'd like a response.Please Follow/Subscribe to Topsail Insider on your favorite podcast-listening platform!Please also visit www.topsailinsider.com and sign up for our Mailing List where you'll get early access to upcoming episodes. Or leave a Voicemail for Topsail Insider right from the website - your message just might be featured in an upcoming episode! Follow Topsail Insider on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube!If you are a Greater Topsail business owner or nonprofit, Register to be a Guest on our website at www.topsailinsider.com! Or if you wish to Sponsor or Advertise with Topsail Insider, please email christa@topsailinsider.com or call/text 910-800-0111. Thanks - I'll see you around Topsail!

Denise Lieberman, Director and General Counsel of the Missouri Voter Protection Coalition, joins Debbie and Tom.  She says there are many instances where partial guardianships are necessary, but voting rights shouldn't necessarily be affected.   Credit: © Jeff Bollier/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin / USA TODAY NETWORK

Think Britney Spears had it rough? Discover the darker side of guardianships as Probate and Guardianship Attorney Jose Leon shares shocking stories with hosts Leslie and Elina. From severe exploitation to outright theft, Jose has seen it all while defending vulnerable individuals from dishonest guardians. Get ready for stories that make Britney's struggle look mild, and learn Jose's expert tips on protecting your loved ones from these legal nightmares caused by a broken system.

Erin C. Lewis specializes in all areas of Trusts and Estates Law as well as civil litigation, including but not limited to Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Guardianships. Erin has a statewide practice, handling matters in various counties. Erin received her B.A. magna cum laude, from Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania. Erin received her J.D., magna cum laude, from Florida Coastal School of Law. While attending law school, Erin was honored as Dean's Scholar every semester; was a member of the Honors Society; was a recipient of the Honors Merit Scholarship; was the recipient of “Best Cross Examination Award” while participating in the Trial Clinic; served as Pro Bono Student Director; served as Law Review Staff Editor; and served as Mentoring Vice President of the Academic Honors Program. Erin is admitted to practice in New Jersey and is a member of both the New Jersey Bar Association as well as the Bergen County Bar Association.Connect with Erin:Website: https://www.elewislegal.com/ Exciting news! Our $4,500 website promotion is now on sale for $2,250. This incredible deal includes an entire year of hosting, maintenance, and an online booking tool. Click here for ProWeb Legal Offer: https://lbms.us/product/proweb-legal-website-and-maintenance Check out our spring website promotion here: https://lbms.us/product/proweb-legal-website-and-maintenance/General Info: Need help with your law firm's digital marketing? Check out these case studies of some killer results we have gotten for law firms just like yours.Click here to review the case studies: https://lbmsllc.com/lp-attorneys/Click here for a free online presence report and marketing analysis. Connect With Us On Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lbmsllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbmsllc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbmsllcLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/local-business-marketing-solutionsAlignable: https://www.alignable.com/fanwood-nj/local-business-marketing-solutionsConnect With Frank Directly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fdemming/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lbmsllc

On this episode of Court Radio, Dean Weitzman of MyPhillyLawyer speaks with estate planning attorney Saul Langsam about wills, trusts, and guardianships. Later, Dean answers legal questions from callers. The post Court Radio: Wills, Trusts, & Guardianships and Your Legal Questions Answered first appeared on MyPhillyLawyer.

It's a not entirely merry episode of Media Path with some hard but cautionary truths about guardianships AND, a new Christmas musical that celebrates our festive diversity.Greg Thirloway and Maurice Godin are launching a new musical called Oy To The World, that celebrates the Jewish composers who brought us so many carol classics like Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Oh, Holy Night and I'll Be Home For Christmas. Then, we're speaking with investigative journalist, Diane Dimond whose new book about the dangers of guardianship is required reading in a Post-#FreeBritney world.Oy To The World: Christmas With A Twist will premiere, December 14-23, at North Hollywood's El Portal Theatre:  Greg and Maurice give us a sneak peak into their new show which takes place at a Catskills lodge where the new owner decides to put on a Christmas show. In so doing, Christmas carol backstories emerge. Did you know, for example that Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer is inspired by writer Bob May being teased as a child about his “Jewish” nose? So, yes, not just Jesus, but also Rudolph was Jewish!Diane joins us to discuss her new book, We're Here To Help: When Guardianship Goes Wrong. She shares her extensive research into the dangerously secretive and insular “legal” practices which lead to citizens losing control of their finances and their freedom. The guardianship or conservatorship systems in the U.S. are state-run,largely unregulated and increasingly populated by financially motivated predators.As we've learned from Britney, anyone who has saved some money or who is earning money is at risk. Diane offers shocking examples of the system's dysfunction and the victims and devastated family members left in its destructive wake. Diane also offers solutions and tips for keeping yourself and your family members safe. As a generation of Boomers continues aging, it is vitally important that we address, amend and federalize guardianship law.Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending the new Joan Baez documentary on Prime and Apple TV, I Am Noise and a new crazy cult doc mini-series on Max, Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God.Path Points of Interest:Diane DimondWe're Here to Help: When Guardianship Goes Wrong by Diane DimondGuardianship Central ResourcesDiane Dimond on FacebookDiane Dimond on TwitterOy! to the World: Christmas With A TwistUse Code: FRITZ for $5 discount on any performance!El Portal on FacebookEl Portal on InstagramMaurice Godin on IMDBGreg Thirloway on IMDBJoan Baez - I Am NoiseLove Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

What if one document could prevent your assets from freezing, provide another person the power to manage your financial affairs, or negate the need for a court-initiated guardianship in the event of incapacity? Brace yourselves as we dissect the fundamental aspects of estate planning, focusing on the General Durable Power of Attorney, a crucial document that holds the power to do just that! We'll also guide you through the importance of including a HIPAA authorization in a Healthcare Power of Attorney, and the necessity of appointing an agent for mental health care. With these in place, you can be assured that not only your wishes will be carried out, but your rights will also be protected.Did you know that a will doesn't automatically avoid the probate process? Join us as we debunk this common myth, and delve into the differences between a living will and a last will. Learn how including religious concerns in a living will can substantiate your testament. As we traverse through the realm of estate planning, we'll discuss the potential burden of long-term care in old age and how it can affect your estate. We cannot stress enough the seriousness of the probate process and the repercussions mistakes made by the executor can have. So, buckle up and let's gear up for a proactive estate planning journey!

Ever thought about what happens when you're no longer competent to make decisions or handle your financial affairs? Join us as Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys Greg McIntyre and Brenton Begley unravel the complexities of estate and elder law planning, highlighting the importance of legal documents like general durable power of attorney, healthcare power of attorney, living will, and will. We shed light on the high stakes of not having these documents in place, such as the complications and restrictions of guardianship proceedings.Navigating the intricate world of wills and deed protection can be a daunting task, but we've got you covered. Learn more about how an executor plays a critical role in the probate process and what pitfalls they may face. Greg and Brenton help us consider the potential financial risks, especially those related to long-term care costs and the possible claim of creditors on your assets. Moreover, we discuss the protective role a will plays in this context and the serious consequences of mistakes during the probate process. And what about trusts? We conclude by focusing on the role of trusts and their potential for asset protection. Discover how trusts can serve as a secure repository for your assets, bypassing the probate process and ensuring a smoother transition for your loved ones. We compare revocable and irrevocable trusts, and how they can affect your long-term care benefits. And finally, let's explore how a trust can facilitate tax planning, long-term care planning, and leaving a legacy for generations to come. Don't miss this insightful episode, packed with practical knowledge to navigate the intricate world of estate and elder law planning.

Dr. Sam Sugar, an internal medicine specialist who exposed widespread corruption in the guardianship systems, joins the podcast to discuss the guardianship system and the vulnerability of older adults to corporate guardianship, abuse of power, and crime. He is the author of Guardianships and the Elderly: The Perfect Crime. and Founder and President of Americans…

Times have certainly changed regarding the way estates are handled after someone passes away. It's not as simple as one may think, especially when the wishes of the deceased were...

There's a common misconception that, due to asylum closures, only “dangerous” people get committed to a psychiatric wards and hospitals. We also believe that forcing someone with mental illness into treatment is rare. However, millions of Americans are subjected to psychiatric detention or forced treatment every year.  Often well meaning family members are trying to “help,” but end up traumatizing and permanently damaging their loved ones. Join us as investigative journalist Rob Wipond explains how most states have broadened their criteria for psychiatrically detaining someone far beyond “imminent harm” and that as a practical matter, this could happen to almost anyone. Join us for a special two part episode of Inside Mental Health. (Part 1 of 2) To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Rob Wipond is a freelance investigative journalist who writes frequently at the interfaces between psychiatry, civil rights, policing, surveillance and privacy, and social change. His articles have been nominated for 17 magazine and journalism awards for writing in medicine, science and technology, business, and law. He has taught journalism and creative nonfiction at the University of Victoria and Royal Roads University and also works and volunteers with non-profit groups that do neighborhood community building. Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a common misconception that, due to asylum closures, only “dangerous” people get committed to a psychiatric wards and hospitals. We also believe that forcing someone with mental illness into treatment is rare. However, millions of Americans are subjected to psychiatric detention or forced treatment every year.  Often well meaning family members are trying to “help,” but end up traumatizing and permanently damaging their loved ones. Join us as investigative journalist Rob Wipond explains how most states have broadened their criteria for psychiatrically detaining someone far beyond “imminent harm” and that as a practical matter, this could happen to almost anyone. Join us for a special two part episode of Inside Mental Health. (part 2 of 2) To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Rob Wipond is a freelance investigative journalist who writes frequently at the interfaces between psychiatry, civil rights, policing, surveillance and privacy, and social change. His articles have been nominated for 17 magazine and journalism awards for writing in medicine, science and technology, business, and law. He has taught journalism and creative nonfiction at the University of Victoria and Royal Roads University and also works and volunteers with non-profit groups that do neighborhood community building. Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this revisited episode of Beyond the Balance Sheet, Lisa Cukier joins us. She is a Partner and Executive Committee member at Burns & Levinson LLP in Boston. To start, Lisa explains why guardianships and conservatorships may be necessary for your family. Lisa then talks about what signs may appear when someone is experiencing a decline in their mental health. Finally, Lisa dives into exactly what the process looks like of going through guardianships and conservatorships. Some families can be apprehensive about the process, and there are other options. Tune in as Lisa explains why an incentive trust could be a better alternative to a typical guardianship or conservatorship.      IN THIS EPISODE:    [04:10] Lisa explains why guardianships and conservatorships are needed. Lisa then talks about what signs may appear when someone is experiencing a decline in their mental health.   [09:20] About the process of going through guardianship and conservatorship.   [15:10] How Lisa works with families who are resistant to guardianships and conservatorships.   [19:05] There's a less intrusive alternative to guardianships and conservatorships: an incentive trust.     KEY TAKEAWAYS:    Guardianships and conservatorships are typically court-appointed. To get one, you will need to file a petition in court.   There needs to be a link between a medical diagnosis and lacking the capacity to make certain decisions.   An incentive trust can be a more suitable alternative to guardianship and conservatorship.   Mental health issues will happen in every single family; it's critical to be prepared ahead of time.     LINKS MENTIONED:    Website    https://www.burnslev.com/professionals/lisa-m-cukier    Business Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/burnslev/    Business Twitter    https://twitter.com/burnslev    LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacukier/    BIO:    LISA M. CUKIER is a Partner and Executive Committee member at Burns & Levinson LLP in Boston. Her practice includes fiduciary representation, trust planning and trust dispute resolution and litigation, family crisis and family dispute resolution, sophisticated high end divorce, divorce impacted by family trusts and family business, blended family planning and litigation, mental health and addiction related legal interventions, elder law, guardianship and conservatorship litigation, grandparents visitation matters, and elder financial exploitation and undue influence matters. Previously, Ms. Cukier was assistant general counsel for the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and Department of Mental Retardation (now DDS). As Special Assistant Attorney General at DMR, she prosecuted disabled person abuse cases for the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. She is a past president of the Massachusetts Family and Probate American Inn of Court and is presently serving on its Board of directors, is a member of the Boston Probate and Estate Planning Forum, the Boston Estate Planning Council, and the Massachusetts Association of Guardians Ad Litem. Ms. Cukier has been recognized with the Best Lawyers designation from 2010 – 2021, the SuperLawyers designation from 2005-2021, the Massachusetts Bar Association Community Service Award in 2005, a National Law Journal Trailblazer in 2017, the Women Worth Watching recognition in 2018, Top Women of Law in 2019, and sits on the WBA Women Leaders Initiative as of 2020. Ms. Cukier is a graduate of Northeastern University and Suffolk University Law School. Ms. Cukier is raising her two children in Weston Massachusetts.   

In the episode, "An Interview with Author Rob Wipond on His Book, 'Your Consent Is Not Required: The Rise in Psychiatric Detentions, Forced Treatment, and Abusive Guardianships'" (S5, E7), I have the chance to explore my most esteemed topics of psychiatric coercion and forced treatment with one of the major players right now in the field, journalist Rob Wipond. Rob Wipond is a freelance journalist and creative nonfiction writer who writes frequently at the interfaces between psychiatry, civil rights, community issues, policing, surveillance and privacy, and social change. His articles have been nominated for seventeen magazine and journalism awards, and he's the author of the book Your Consent is Not Required: The Rise in Psychiatric Detentions, Forced Treatment, and Abusive Guardianships (BenBella, 2023).His insightful book brings to light the broad increase in people being psychiatrically incarcerated,  particularly in the US, Canada, and UK. But why are so many detained and what were the treatment outcomes? The data is limited, but Rob manages to do extensive research in his book compiling the available data in a comprehensive analysis of what is really going on in the mental health system. His research has shown how the numbers stack up-- that we have many more beds in mental health facilities than ever before (despite the overriding assumption to the contrary), and that more and more people are being incarcerated for a widening array of reasons: fromwhistleblowers and political dissidents, creatives and out of the box thinkers, disruptive children in class, elderly people suffering dementia, and workplace mental health cases. What Rob has found is that most people do not improve after these treatments, but rather deteriorate further. Victims of the system become regularly institutionalized or “revolving door mental patients,” and as medicalization, manipulative coercion and forced drugging become the gold standard, our society accepts the status quo of social control, easy fix solutions, and defining things as mental health problems instead of looking at social constructs such as affordable housing and peer-support respites. And once a person is labeled a mental patient, very little they say is taken seriously.As people are losing hope in the system, the mental health industry becomes even more aggressive as they continue to try to rope people in, but Rob gives a voice to the voiceless through the power of his incredible research and his understanding of human suffering. Rob encourages people after entering a non-ordinary mental state to examine their own mental distress and find their own path to self-understanding. Rob openly tackles this controversial topic with character and strength, and his support and compassion regarding those harmed is courageous and empowering to all those who feel betrayed by the system.To learn more about Rob, visit his website at: https://robwipond.com/Or follow him on:Twitter: @robwipondFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobWipondAuthorYouTube: @RobWipond/featuredYour Consent Is Not Required (BenBella, 2023) is now available wherever books are sold in hardcover, ePub, Kindle, and audiobook.#mentalillness #mentalhealth #chemicalimbalancetheory #psychiatricincarceration #BigPharma #involuntaryhospitalization #forcedtreatment #wildfloweralliance #suicidehotlinesPlease visit my website at: http://www.notascrazyasyouthink.com/​Don't forget to subscribe to the Not As Crazy As You Think YouTube channel @SicilianoJenConnect:Instagram: @ jengaita LinkedIn: @ jensicilianoTwitter: @ jsiciliano

“I receive great personal and professional satisfaction from helping families achieve their objectives, protect their assets, and cope during times of family crisis. I am also proud of the fact that we have become one of the most respected Elder Law, Special Needs, and Estate Planning firms in the country. Every day offers me a new opportunity to use my experience and knowledge to help families during difficult times." In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary interviews Marie Elena Puma, partner at the Russo Law Group, P.C. Learn how Marie Elena got her start, her areas of concentration, and why she loves working where she does now. About Marie Elena Puma Marie Elena is a Partner of Russo Law Group, P.C. The firm is located in Garden City, Islandia, and Lido Beach, NY. Marie Elena joined the firm in 1991. Her areas of practice include Trust and Estate Administration, Elder Law, Special Needs and Estate Planning, Guardianships, and Real Estate. Marie Elena is a member of the New York State, Nassau and Suffolk County Bar Associations, the Academy of Special Needs Planners, ElderCounsel, and has served as a member of the Executive Committee of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) from 2004-2011. She is a former Co-Chair of the Legal Education Committee, former Chair of the Trusts and Estates Administration Committee, former Chair of the Estate Tax Planning Committee, and former Co-Chair of the Trusts and Estates Administration Committee for the New York State Bar Association's Elder Law Section. Marie Elena was also the Chair of the 2010 Annual Meeting for the New York State Bar Association's Elder Law Section. In addition, Marie Elena is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). She was a former Chair of NAELA'S Member Relations/Membership Committee, a former Chair of NAELA'S Academic Committee, and continues to be actively involved with NAELA. She also moderates monthly Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Groups through the Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center at the firm. In 2010, Marie Elena was nominated to the Board of Directors of NAELA National. She has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of the New York Chapter of NAELA. She earned her law degree at St. John's University School of Law and is admitted to the New York State Bar. About the Russo Law Group, P.C. The Russo Law Group has been serving the Long Island community for more than 35 years. They concentrate their practice on Elder Law, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust and Estate Administration, and Real Estate Law. If you are looking for peace of mind, The Russo Law Group is here for you. Their asset protection plan and recommendations on elder law, special needs, and estate planning will protect you and your family. For more information about their services and areas of practice, check out this FREE Planning Guide. The Planning Guides offers information on some of the many Legal and Financial issues that families are facing. It will also provide you with some answers and show you how they can help. Please request their free planning guides and they will send them through email or regular mail or visit www.vjrussolaw.com for more information.

Clint Adams is joined by attorney Angie White to discuss options for childcare responsibility in the state of West Virginia. Learn about Temporary Care Agreements, Guardianships, and Adoptions. Clint and Angie share how to file for custody, which cases would be suited for family court versus circuit court, and steps to take to terminate a guardianship agreement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this episode of the Elder Law Report,  Brenton & Greg discuss in detail the pitfalls of Guardianships and how to avoid them.#guardianship #guardianships #estateplanning #elderlaw #attorney #lawyer #wills #trusts #estates #probate #retirement #retirementplanning #realestate #medicaid #medicare #poa #poas #powerofattorney

21-year-old Julian Chavez repeatedly violates not only bond conditions but a restraining order filed by a 20-year-old woman. Chavez stalked the woman and broke into her home, yet still bonded out of jail. While Chavez is out on bond, he was convicted of four misdemeanors, yet remained free and in possession of a handgun. Reports say the District Attorney's Office asked 232nd Criminal District Court Judge Josh Hill to revoke Chavez's bond and deny bail for the latest charge. Instead, bond was set at  $100,000.     Joining Nancy Grace Today: Nicole Deborde Hochglaube  - Criminal Defense Lawyer (Houston TX), Former Prosecutor, Twitter: @debordelaw, HoustonCriminalDefense.com Chau Nguyen - Licensed Trauma Therapist (Houston, TX), JEM Wellness and Counseling, JEMWellnessCenter.com, Facebook: "Chau Nguyen", Twitter: @chauhtx, Instagram: @chaunguyenhouston Mike Hermann - Private Investigator (California), www.hermanninvestigations.com, Former Police Lieutenant, Contract Court Investigator focusing on Guardianships, Parental Rights Terminations, and Conservatorships, Co-Founder of non-profit organization "PTSD Brotherhood, Inc.", Co-Host: "PTSD Brothers: Brotherhood of Service Podcast", PTSDBrotherhood.org Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, Crime-Stoppers.org, Facebook: "Andy Kahan and Crime Stoppers of Houston", Twitter: @AKahanCrimeSto1, Instagram: @AndyVictimAdvocate  Randy Wallace - News Reporter, FOX 26 Houston   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Mastering Your Financial Life, Judy Heft interviews Sara Meyers, an estate planning attorney and Partner at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP located in White Plains, New York. Sara focuses her practice on Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianships, and long term care planning strategies, with a focus on Medicaid home care and nursing home issues. Learn more about Sara Meyers: Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-meyers-39a2765/ Visit Sara's firm's website: https://www.esslawfirm.com/ In each episode of Mastering Your Financial Life, Judy Heft interviews professionals who help others successfully manage their financial lives. Judy is a Financial and Lifestyle Concierge and Founder & CEO of Judith Heft & Associates. Connect with Judy Heft on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judyheft/ Visit Judith Heft & Associates' Website: http://www.judithheft.com/ Subscribe to Mastering Your Financial Life on Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-your-financial-life/id1628822980 Don't miss a video by subscribing to Judith Heft & Associates' YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxnWUm35dJhmCX0XPX_eZhQ

How illegal bank policies hurt the elderly. Client discussion about how his mother is being hurt by U.S. Bank in Charlotte. This is not isolated, however to U.S. Bank. We witness big bank policies hurting the elderly everyday.Schedule your FREE consult today: 1-888-999-6600Online at: mcelderlaw.com/scheduling#estateplanning #realestate #banks #banking #guardianship #guardianships #elderlaw #attorney #lawyer

(Lander, WY) – Mental Health Monday, the weekly segment on KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM's Coffee Time hosted by Vince Tropea, continued today with guest Jessi Westling, the Director of Life Management Services for the Wyoming Guardianship Corporation. We recently spoke with Kelly Headley, the Substance Abuse Mental Health Ombudsman with the WGC, and Westling called to give us an even more in-depth breakdown of the rold of mental health in guardianships, as well as provide some clarification as to the difference between guardianships and conservatorships. Check out the full Mental Health Monday interview with Westling below. The main goal of Mental Health Monday is to start an open dialogue about a number of mental health topics, and how folks are being affected on local, state and national levels. Guests range from psychiatrists, psychologists, school/drug/grief counselors, and any other professionals in the field, as well as testimonials from those affected by mental health issues, such as students, veterans, first responders, and many more. Be sure to check out Mental Health Monday on Coffee Time every Monday, and tune in to Coffee Time every morning at 8:00 AM on KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM, or stream it live right here. If you would like to be a guest on Mental Health Monday, please reach out to vince@county10.com.

    Slam the Gavel welcomes Barbara Stone back on the show.   Barbara is an attorney previously in practice for over 25 years with prominent national firms in New York and Florida. Barbara resigned from the practice of law and became a highly successful real estate broker and Vice President of Corcoran, a prestigious national real estate brokerage company.       Barbara recognizes that the most Urgent, Dire and Important matter in our country, in fact the world, is the stripping of our Unalienable Rights that enable the government servants to perpetrate crimes against us under color of law.       An expert with unparalleled experience into the monumental corruption, inhumanity and immorality ingrained in the government and its top leaders and cross-corrupted branches, having experienced it first-hand by being embroiled in a government racket called “guardianship” involving her mother.  Barbara is a whistleblower to the crime and corruption of the government and has been viciously retaliated as a result… She was stripped of her law license after she retired from the practice of law and have been embroiled in countless retaliatory court proceedings.     In the process, Barbara has become both intimately familiar with the crime and uniquely qualified to know what must be done to eradicate the restore the rights of the People and insure compliance with and enforcement of the rule of law.     Barbara has declared her candidacy for President of the United States as this is the most important matter in our country and because she is uniquely qualified address its remedy and the restoration of the rights of the American people. Supportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com Support the show

Samah (“Sam”) T. Abukhodeir was born and raised in Lake Wales, Florida. She has taught Probate, Guardianship, and Estate Planning in the Medical-Legal Guardianship Clinic at Florida International University College of Law. Additionally, she currently teaches Epistemology at the Honors College at Florida International University. Ms. Abukhodeir practices in the areas of Estates, Trusts, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Elder Law, and Family Law. Ms. Abukhodeir is fluent in English and Arabic. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samah-t-abukhodeir-43167256/ The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm: https://floridaprobateandfamilylaw.com/ Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform: https://emotiontrac.com/calendly/ https://legal.emotiontrac.com/

Guardianship defined. Attorneys Greg McIntyre & Therron Causey discuss what YOU need to know about guardianships in North Carolina. How to avoid them, when they are necessary, and important factors to consider. Tune in to this week's episode of the Elder Law Report!SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULT NOW:Charlotte: 704-749-9244Shelby: 704-259-7040Hendersonville: 828-233-5991Online at: http://mcelderlaw.com/scheduling.#theelderlawguy #lawyergreg #estateplanning #savingthefarm #hometownheroes #vetbens #medicaidcrisisplanning

      Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Sam Sugar to the show. He was last on the show Season #3, Episodes33 and 39. He is a medical doctor and a founder and president of Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. This is an organization designed to help expose the corruption of this nation's guardianship systems.      Dr. Sugar received his M.D. from the Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He also achieved certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and was distinguished as a fellow of the American College of Physicians.      He has served as the director for managed care at Evanston/Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Sugar has also taught at both Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Chicago Medical School.     In 2014, after experiencing the horrors of guardianship firsthand, Dr. Sugar teamed up to create the Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship.      We talked about the impact and ripple effects of an abusive Guardianship that are emotionally, spiritually, financially and physically devastating to future generations. Guardianships prey on peoples naïveté and we talked about the deception. There are no checks and balances and no oversight nor accountability. Unfortunately the judges and the probate litigators all work together behind the scene; power and money is now woven into the fabric of this nation. Equity courts have been going on since 1939 with no JURY and no RULES OF PROCEDURE. This cannot be fixed, hopefully future generations can replace it with something better, however IT COULD BE YOU NEXT......Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEhttp://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show

Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Sam Sugar to the show. He was last on the show Season #3, Episodes33 and 39. He is a medical doctor and a founder and president of Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. This is an organization designed to help expose the corruption of this nation's guardianship systems. Dr. Sugar received his M.D. from the Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He also achieved certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and was distinguished as a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has served as the director for managed care at Evanston/Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Sugar has also taught at both Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Chicago Medical School. In 2014, after experiencing the horrors of guardianship firsthand, Dr. Sugar teamed up to create the Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. We talked about the impact and ripple effects of an abusive Guardianship that are emotionally, spiritually, financially and physically devastating to future generations. Guardianships prey on peoples naïveté and we talked about the deception. There are no checks and balances and no oversight nor accountability. Unfortunately the judges and the probate litigators all work together behind the scene; power and money is now woven into the fabric of this nation. Equity courts have been going on since 1939 with no JURY and no RULES OF PROCEDURE. This cannot be fixed, hopefully future generations can replace it with something better, however IT COULD BE YOU NEXT...... Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

     Slam the Gavel welcomes back Attorney Bobby Chacon. Last on the show Season,  2 Episode 102. Attorney Chacon has been a career federal law enforcement professional with over 27 years of experience. With a varied career profile including complex criminal investigation,  international deployments as well as underwater forensic training. A proven effective team leader, Attorney Chacon has led teams with missions around the globe including going into Iraq in 2005 and 2006.      Being a Certified Police Instructor and FBI Adjunct Professor Program, Attorney Chacon has helped establish and develop the FBI's underwater forensic program from its beginning to its current state and developed the FBI's Underwater Forensic Training Program.    In 2015 Attorney Chacon became the technical advisor on Criminal Minds Beyond Borders, then for season 14 of Criminal Minds, where he also became a writer's consultant. Attorney Chacon  then co-wrote an episode of season 15 of Criminal Minds. He has also worked on a series for HBO and ABC.   This was such an interesting podcast on not only cases discussed but how the system evaluates people as to whether they may self harm or harm others and how Mental Health carries a stigma. Perhaps there should be facilities set up to help people prior to tragedies happening; in schools children should be learning meditation and empathy and other ways to deal with trauma. We discussed the "Psychopath Gene," and what that entails as well as harmful Guardianships.Attorney Chacon YouTube https://youtu.be/2pv7pM541Y4https://youtu.be/KKjwPe5mJuESupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEhttp://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show

Slam the Gavel welcomes back Attorney Bobby Chacon. Last on the show Season, 2 Episode 102. Attorney Chacon has been a career federal law enforcement professional with over 27 years of experience. With a varied career profile including complex criminal investigation, international deployments as well as underwater forensic training. A proven effective team leader, Attorney Chacon has led teams with missions around the globe including going into Iraq in 2005 and 2006. Being a Certified Police Instructor and FBI Adjunct Professor Program, Attorney Chacon has helped establish and develop the FBI's underwater forensic program from its beginning to its current state and developed the FBI's Underwater Forensic Training Program. In 2015 Attorney Chacon became the technical advisor on Criminal Minds Beyond Borders, then for season 14 of Criminal Minds, where he also became a writer's consultant. Attorney Chacon then co-wrote an episode of season 15 of Criminal Minds. He has also worked on a series for HBO and ABC. This was such an interesting podcast on not only cases discussed but how the system evaluates people as to whether they may self harm or harm others and how Mental Health carries a stigma. Perhaps there should be facilities set up to help people prior to tragedies happening; in schools children should be learning meditation and empathy and other ways to deal with trauma. We discussed the "Psychopath Gene," and what that entails as well as harmful Guardianships. Attorney Chacon YouTube https://youtu.be/2pv7pM541Y4 https://youtu.be/KKjwPe5mJuE Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com The Jordan Harbinger Show Apple Best of 2018-Learn the stories, secrets & skills of the world's most fascinating ppl Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Enthusiasm Project Deep dives exploring the world of what it means to be an independent creator. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Today we are happy to have Eliot Goldstein on the podcast. Eliot is a veteran lawyer with specialty in Estate Planning, Business Planning, Estate Administration (Probate), Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Guardianships, Commercial Real Estate and Residential Real Estate. We brought Eliot on the podcast because we felt that there is so much that people don't know about law, and especially the profession of a lawyer. Eliot walks us through his story and how he came to own his own practice from a legacy of lawyers. We also talk about how the law works and how it is evolving. Check out Eliot: Website: http://egoldsteinlawfirm.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliot-goldstein-0007a86/ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 INTRO 00:01:16 CHILDHOOD ENVIRONMENT 00:04:54 EDUCATION 00:05:41 FROM SCHOOL TO PROFESSIONAL LIFE 00:10:23 PROFESSIONAL LESSONS 00:11:49 LESSONS LEARNED FROM OTHERS 00:13:23 WHY DO PEOPLE NEED LAWYERS? 00:16:12 WHY DO PEOPLE NEED CONTRACTS? 00:20:24 WHAT IS A LAWYER'S RESPONSIBILITIES? 00:22:43 DIFFERENT TYPES OF LAWYERS 00:25:54 HOW TO: REAL ESTATE LAW 00:29:34 HOW TO: STARTING A COMPANY 00:35:05 HOW LAW IS EVOLVING IN WEB3 00:40:20 IMPLICATIONS OF FORCE MAJEURE 00:43:34 I AM ATHLETE CASE STUDY 00:48:46 LAWYER VS. JUDGE 00:51:14 PARTNERSHIPS VS. SOLO IN PRACTICE 00:53:00 DAY IN THE LIFE OF ELIOT GOLDSTEIN 00:55:02 MORAL DILEMNAS 00:58:19 HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL AS A LAWYER 01:01:54 CALLING THE IRS 01:05:35 IF YOU HAD A BILLBOARD, WHAT WOULD IT SAY? 01:04:33 WHAT INFORMATION WOULD YOU ADD TO SCHOOL? 01:08:03 FAVORITE MOVIES 01:09:53 WHAT DOES DYFRENT MEAN TO YOU? 01:11:48 OUTRO

Kathryn Lewis, an Associate Attorney at Kitroser & Associates, speaks about her experience as an attorney in estate planning, guardianship, trusts, and more. Kathryn shares her most interesting cases and how her passion for preventing crimes against the elderly and white-collar crimes impacts her practice.

     Slam the Gavel welcomes Heidi Heard to tell her story involving a victory over a Guardianship that involved her then 18 year-old daughter. Heidi explains how the case evolved over asking for help  with her daughter to a distant family member.  She had no idea that going to get help from a family member would set in motion a calculated system of betrayal. After Heidi did this, the situation worsened into chaos and confusion which set into motion a Guardianship case. This case revolved around revenge and money.    Heidi states that she never knew such a thing existed and found the case being dragged out as she was representing herself but found she had to hire an attorney, but fortunately he handled her case Pro Bono. The Judge would not let her 19 year old daughter speak.      There is no accountability nor oversight in these courtrooms. Heidi would like to see change happen and to let people know that this can happen to anyone. Coming together collectively to shed the light on this corruption and persevering through this travesty is the only way to help end Guardianships. Heidi also recommends do not stop no matter what.To Reach Heidi Heard: mshh777777@gmail.comSupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/     For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes Heidi Heard to tell her story involving a victory over a Guardianship that involved her then 18 year-old daughter. Heidi explains how the case evolved over asking for help with her daughter to a distant family member. She had no idea that going to get help from a family member would set in motion a calculated system of betrayal. After Heidi did this, the situation worsened into chaos and confusion which set into motion a Guardianship case. This case revolved around revenge and money. Heidi states that she never knew such a thing existed and found the case being dragged out as she was representing herself but found she had to hire an attorney, but fortunately he handled her case Pro Bono. The Judge would not let her 19 year old daughter speak. There is no accountability nor oversight in these courtrooms. Heidi would like to see change happen and to let people know that this can happen to anyone. Coming together collectively to shed the light on this corruption and persevering through this travesty is the only way to help end Guardianships. Heidi also recommends do not stop no matter what. To Reach Heidi Heard: mshh777777@gmail.com Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/ For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

 Slam the Gavel welcomes Sam Sugar, M.D back to the show. Dr. Sugar was last on the show season  3, episodes 33 and 39.     The state of Florida has a fund designated for kids born with birth defects and it is funded by doctors in Florida. Doctors pay money every year into this multi billion dollar fund. This led to a discussion on a case of a child born blind,  but thrived at school up to graduation. However, he was abducted out of school and put into a guardianship due to the fact he was sitting on a million dollar lawsuit. He was taken away from his friends and his mother. To this day, his mother doesn't know where he is.  Isolating him from his friends and peers is taking a toll on him. This is not “in the best interest.”     Legislation cannot fix this. Profit is what drives the abuse across the country known as professional Guardianships. Dr. Sugar explained that there are no juries in guardianships nor family court. The Title IV Social Security program is generating billions of dollars that punishes people who marry as well as destroy the family unit and this is an unacceptable as well as devaluing the 2 parent home. CPS and Adult Protection Svcs. does more harm than good.     It is best to uncover and educate people unaware of these problems. Do everything you can to avoid equity courts and do not hire lawyers to solve family problems. Dr. Sugar has templates on his website for people making out their wills and Advanced Directives that should be looked at as to help avoid a guardianship.To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.netSupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com  http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes Sam Sugar, M.D back to the show. Dr. Sugar was last on the show season 3, episodes 33 and 39. The state of Florida has a fund designated for kids born with birth defects and it is funded by doctors in Florida. Doctors pay money every year into this multi billion dollar fund. This led to a discussion on a case of a child born blind, but thrived at school up to graduation. However, he was abducted out of school and put into a guardianship due to the fact he was sitting on a million dollar lawsuit. He was taken away from his friends and his mother. To this day, his mother doesn't know where he is. Isolating him from his friends and peers is taking a toll on him. This is not “in the best interest.” Legislation cannot fix this. Profit is what drives the abuse across the country known as professional Guardianships. Dr. Sugar explained that there are no juries in guardianships nor family court. The Title IV Social Security program is generating billions of dollars that punishes people who marry as well as destroy the family unit and this is an unacceptable as well as devaluing the 2 parent home. CPS and Adult Protection Svcs. does more harm than good. It is best to uncover and educate people unaware of these problems. Do everything you can to avoid equity courts and do not hire lawyers to solve family problems. Dr. Sugar has templates on his website for people making out their wills and Advanced Directives that should be looked at as to help avoid a guardianship. To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.net Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

     Slam the Gavel welcomes back Sam Sugar, M.D. to the show. we discussed how to prevent a Guardianship/Professional Guardianship from happening and what to do if you cannot. Dr. Sugar recommended having Advance Directives that state that under no circumstances that you want a guardianship. Also make sure a Health Care POA is in place and a Will. Make your wishes well known to family members as well as  settling family disputes, as Guardianships can start with a disgruntled family member.       There could be an estimated 3-3.5 million Guardianships in the United States and this creates a negative impact on families affected by a loved one being placed into a Guardianship. Families find their money being thrown away in years to multiple decades of litigation affecting their own health and welfare fighting for their loved one.     We discussed the dark history that goes back to Parens Patriae and how in 1929 Equity Courts joined with civil and criminal courts as well as the history of the Osage Tribe and the book written by David Grann, "Killers of The Flower Moon," that goes into more detail on what really happened to the Osage Tribe and how that evolved into the FBI and J. Edgar Hoover. This history of the Orphan Trains were discussed and how churches and others thought it was a great idea to put homeless children onto trains and ship them off to help farmers farm their land.     Prevention is very important, and Dr. Sugar recommends people be vigilant and aware of their surroundings in order to prevent a Guardianship from happening to their loved one and family.To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.netsupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/     For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes back Sam Sugar, M.D. to the show. we discussed how to prevent a Guardianship/Professional Guardianship from happening and what to do if you cannot. Dr. Sugar recommended having Advance Directives that state that under no circumstances that you want a guardianship. Also make sure a Health Care POA is in place and a Will. Make your wishes well known to family members as well as settling family disputes, as Guardianships can start with a disgruntled family member. There could be an estimated 3-3.5 million Guardianships in the United States and this creates a negative impact on families affected by a loved one being placed into a Guardianship. Families find their money being thrown away in years to multiple decades of litigation affecting their own health and welfare fighting for their loved one. We discussed the dark history that goes back to Parens Patriae and how in 1929 Equity Courts joined with civil and criminal courts as well as the history of the Osage Tribe and the book written by David Grann, "Killers of The Flower Moon," that goes into more detail on what really happened to the Osage Tribe and how that evolved into the FBI and J. Edgar Hoover. This history of the Orphan Trains were discussed and how churches and others thought it was a great idea to put homeless children onto trains and ship them off to help farmers farm their land. Prevention is very important, and Dr. Sugar recommends people be vigilant and aware of their surroundings in order to prevent a Guardianship from happening to their loved one and family. To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.net support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/ For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

    Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Sam Sugar to the show. He is a medical doctor and a founder and president of Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. This is an organization designed to help expose the corruption of this nation's guardianship systems.      Dr. Sugar received his M.D. from the Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He also achieved certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and was distinguished as a fellow of the American College of Physicians.      He has served as the director for managed care at Evanston/Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Sugar has also taught at both Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Chicago Medical School.     In 2014, after experiencing the horrors of guardianship firsthand, Dr. Sugar teamed up to create the Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship.      Currently, Dr. Sugar lives in Hollywood, Florida with his wife Judy.     Dr. Sugar was explaining that the public is naive to the fact that Guardianships are hidden from public view and that the public needs to understand how serious this actually is. Between 90% of all American families consider themselves dysfunctional, so dysfunctional parents produce dysfunctional children and this is known as intergeneration dysfunction and disgruntled siblings find themselves financial targets when they don't know what to do with an elderly parent's financial and medical issues.    This is a very complex dynamic not recognized by the court system. Perhaps they are unaware of it or intentionally ignoring the issues related to Guardianships. We discussed "Epigenetics." The stresses on families and individuals who have taken care of an elderly parent and find themselves and their loved one destroyed by these Guardianships.    Profit is what drives the abuse across the country known as professional Guardianships. Guardianships cannot be fixed, but possibly re-imagined. As a society, we need to take a serious look at how we handle infirmities in the elderly, disabled and handicapped and how we can do better as a country intaking care of  people that need help.To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.netSupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com  http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Sam Sugar to the show. He is a medical doctor and a founder and president of Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. This is an organization designed to help expose the corruption of this nation's guardianship systems. Dr. Sugar received his M.D. from the Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He also achieved certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and was distinguished as a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has served as the director for managed care at Evanston/Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Sugar has also taught at both Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Chicago Medical School. In 2014, after experiencing the horrors of guardianship firsthand, Dr. Sugar teamed up to create the Americans Against Abusive Probate Guardianship. Currently, Dr. Sugar lives in Hollywood, Florida with his wife Judy. Dr. Sugar was explaining that the public is naive to the fact that Guardianships are hidden from public view and that the public needs to understand how serious this actually is. Between 90% of all American families consider themselves dysfunctional, so dysfunctional parents produce dysfunctional children and this is known as intergeneration dysfunction and disgruntled siblings find themselves financial targets when they don't know what to do with an elderly parent's financial and medical issues. This is a very complex dynamic not recognized by the court system. Perhaps they are unaware of it or intentionally ignoring the issues related to Guardianships. We discussed "Epigenetics." The stresses on families and individuals who have taken care of an elderly parent and find themselves and their loved one destroyed by these Guardianships. Profit is what drives the abuse across the country known as professional Guardianships. Guardianships cannot be fixed, but possibly re-imagined. As a society, we need to take a serious look at how we handle infirmities in the elderly, disabled and handicapped and how we can do better as a country intaking care of people that need help. To Reach Dr. Sugar: www.aaapg.net Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

    Slam the Gavel welcomes Amy Gedeon to the show to discuss her difficulties with CPS interference and a guardianship involving her now 19 year-old daughter.      Amy came to NC from Florida escaping Hurricane Irma on September 10th, 2017. While in NC, Amy bought a home in the country awaiting her house to be rebuilt in Florida.    While living in the house, Amy noticed a problem with mice as a neighbor also complained of  the mice. After losing her job and going through a divorce, Amy began working 7days a week while raising 2 daughters, one with special needs.     However, on August 20th, 2019, CPS came to Amy's doorstep, questioning the issue with the mice. They told Amy that her girls could not stay in the house while Animal Control shows up and takes away the family pets but would return them after a vet check. The pets were never returned.     The next day, CPS called Amy to tell her she would never see her children again and went ahead and enrolled the girls in a school one hour in the opposite direction. CPS also paid their psychologist $1,000.00 to say Amy had a BiPolar mental health issue and was too sick to care for her kids.     Amy did get her own psychological evaluation stating that she did not have a BiPolar mental health condition and she was not sick and could take care of her own children. As she went to court she was ordered to have a psychological evaluation which also stated that there were NO concerns about Amy's mental health. Seeing a therapist for the last 32 months, Amy's therapist stated she was not mentally ill and should have her kids back.   Amy's concern is to get her children back and to get her 19 year-old daughter out of a guardianship where they have moved her 7 times to unlicensed homes/institutions. In the institution, they had began medicating her on December 4th, 2020 with Haldol and Luvox as well as stopping her menstrual cycle with the Depo shot. Her daughter has now been sedated 24/7 for the last 15 months. She also is showing signs of mouth tics, crippling of the hands/fingers, a skin pallor of yellow/green and weighing 120lbs. at 5'7" and now completely non-verbal.      The current appeal in Raleigh shows Amy was fit and cooperative but also has been denied her seeing her youngest daughter for the past 32 months with no visitation  with is against the law in NC. To reach Amy Gedeon: chef_amy@yahoo.comSupport the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com  http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes Amy Gedeon to the show to discuss her difficulties with CPS interference and a guardianship involving her now 19 year-old daughter. Amy came to NC from Florida escaping Hurricane Irma on September 10th, 2017. While in NC, Amy bought a home in the country awaiting her house to be rebuilt in Florida. While living in the house, Amy noticed a problem with mice as a neighbor also complained of the mice. After losing her job and going through a divorce, Amy began working 7days a week while raising 2 daughters, one with special needs. However, on August 20th, 2019, CPS came to Amy's doorstep, questioning the issue with the mice. They told Amy that her girls could not stay in the house while Animal Control shows up and takes away the family pets but would return them after a vet check. The pets were never returned. The next day, CPS called Amy to tell her she would never see her children again and went ahead and enrolled the girls in a school one hour in the opposite direction. CPS also paid their psychologist $1,000.00 to say Amy had a BiPolar mental health issue and was too sick to care for her kids. Amy did get her own psychological evaluation stating that she did not have a BiPolar mental health condition and she was not sick and could take care of her own children. As she went to court she was ordered to have a psychological evaluation which also stated that there were NO concerns about Amy's mental health. Seeing a therapist for the last 32 months, Amy's therapist stated she was not mentally ill and should have her kids back. Amy's concern is to get her children back and to get her 19 year-old daughter out of a guardianship where they have moved her 7 times to unlicensed homes/institutions. In the institution, they had began medicating her on December 4th, 2020 with Haldol and Luvox as well as stopping her menstrual cycle with the Depo shot. Her daughter has now been sedated 24/7 for the last 15 months. She also is showing signs of mouth tics, crippling of the hands/fingers, a skin pallor of yellow/green and weighing 120lbs. at 5'7" and now completely non-verbal. The current appeal in Raleigh shows Amy was fit and cooperative but also has been denied her seeing her youngest daughter for the past 32 months with no visitation with is against the law in NC. To reach Amy Gedeon: chef_amy@yahoo.com Support the show(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com

The Netflix film, I Care A Lot, is a disturbingly dark comedy based on real-life events, showing the exploitation and abuse of seniors. This week Dr. Greg talks with Local attorney Amy Dougherty, who has a practice focused on elder law.

Erik J. Olson talked to Samah Abukhodeir, the Managing Partner at The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm. Her career started as a judicial intern for the Honorable Marisa Tinkler Mendez and the Honorable Maria M. Korvick, both Circuit Court judges in Miami-Dade, Florida. After law school, she returned to the 11th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida as a staff attorney/case manager for Judge Korvick. She practices in the areas of Estates, Trusts, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Elder Law, and Family Law. Learn from her expertise and what trends are helping grow her firm on this episode of The Managing Partners Podcast! —- Array Digital provides bold marketing that helps managing partners grow their law firms. arraylaw.com Follow us on Instagram: @array.digital Follow us on Twitter: @thisisarray Call us for a FREE digital marketing review: 757-333-3021 SUBSCRIBE to The Managing Partners Podcast for conversations with the nation's top attorneys.

A pop star's fans clamor for her freedom from the clutches of a court-appointed guardian. The fallout of the Britney Spears case has shined a light on the issues of guardianships and the laws surrounding them. The  Corner takes a look.CORRECTION:  The Pennsylvania counties that require certification are MONTGOMERY and NORTHAMPTON counties.

In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined, once again, by special guest Judge Keith Wood to discuss guardianships and its related topics including the difference between guardianships and conservatorships, the exclusive jurisdiction of probate courts over adult guardianships and conservatorships, the process to initiate a guardianship, the process to remove guardians and conservators, safeguards in the guardianship process and the restoration of competency.