Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Jun 8, 20165 minThe Healing Power of Pets for Elderly PeopleFor elderly pet owners, who often live alone or in group facilities, pets can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, increase social...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Nov 29, 20155 minFinancial Abuse of the Elderly: Sometimes Unnoticed, Always PredatoryCaution to elders and family members of elders. This happens too often: Via The New York Times 11/27/15 Elizabeth Olson It was only after...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Jun 6, 20151 minMedicaid Recipient Cannot Bring Claim to Require State to Deduct Guardianship FeesNEW YORK: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit holds that a Medicaid recipient who is under guardianship cannot bring a §...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.Mar 19, 20153 minBed and/or Chair Rest + Neglect = BedsoresArticle by Brian A. Raphan. Published 3/17/15 in ‘THE DOCTOR WEIGHS IN’ When a patient develops pressure ulcers, it is often a sign of...