Aging and the Law

Aging and the Law
Author: Lawrence A. Frolik
Publisher: Temple University Press
Total Pages: 716
Release: 1999
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781566396530

A collection of 47 portions of essays, articles, and books addressing many of the social, political, and legal problems occasioned by having an increasing number of older Americans. First defines and explores the emerging field of elder law, then looks at such dimensions as work, income, and wealth; housing; mental capacity; health care decision making; long-term care; health care finance; family and social issues; abuse, neglect, victimization, and elderly criminals; and legal representation and ethical considerations. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR