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The Fundamentals of Elder Law: Cases and Materials - 2nd Edition - Raymond C. O'Brien
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The Fundamentals of Elder Law: Cases and Materials 2nd Edition Raymond C. O'Brien ISBN 9781636597775
The second edition of this casebook continues to offer a strong foundation for a dynamic, modern course in elder law. It emphasizes richly detailed factual cases and statutory materials, supplemented by insights from elder law practitioners and relevant statistical data. Distinctively, the book focuses on state and federal court decisions rather than merely cataloging statutory provisions, highlighting how elder law develops in practice as well as in theory.
Elder law has growing historical and social significance. By 2030, one in five Americans will be age 65 or older, with approximately 10,000 people reaching that age each day. The casebook addresses the wide range of legal issues facing an aging population, including estate planning in anticipation of incapacity, coordination of probate and nonprobate transfers, asset protection strategies, charitable and dynasty planning, and tax considerations. It also examines statutory frameworks governing health care decision-making, guardianship, and surrogate authority.
The book provides guidance on navigating essential public benefits, including Medicare, Social Security, veterans’ benefits, and the complex interaction between state and federal Medicaid programs. It further explores long-term care planning, recognizing that nearly two-thirds of individuals over age 65 will require some form of long-term care, with costs ranging from modest in-home assistance to substantial expenses for continuous professional care. This edition also continues its in-depth treatment of ageism, the widespread problem of elder abuse in all its forms, and discrimination in housing and employment.
The Fundamentals of Elder Law: Cases and Materials 2nd Edition Raymond C. O'Brien ISBN 9781636597775, 978-1636597775 & 9781685611422
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Raymond C. O'Brien
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- ISBN
- 9781636597775
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Publisher
- West Academic
- Publication Date
- February 2026
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