Sightings
Guardianships: Cases of Financial Exploitation, Neglect, and Abuse of Seniors
In 20 selected closed cases, GAO found that guardians stole or otherwise improperly obtained $5.4 million in assets from 158 incapacitated victims, many of whom were seniors. In some instances, guardians also physically neglected and abused their victims. In 6 of 20 cases, the courts failed to adequately screen potential guardians, appointing individuals with criminal convictions or significant financial problems to manage high-dollar estates. more »
A Holiday Gift List, Delighting the Puzzlers
When compiling Holiday gift shopping lists, we're partial to favoring those who do crossword books (in addition to the daily crossword obsession) or jigsaw puzzles; the presents are inexpensive and will occupy the recipient for hours, if not days. more »
A Top Gear Show Candidate? Ford Goes Green
Ford, however, is prospering by catering to the newest trends. Back in 1909 Henry Ford said that a customer could get his Model T in any color, so long as it was black. In 2010 the customer can choose green. more »
Bernanke Addresses the Issue of Irregularities in Foreclosure Practices
We have also partnered with the US departments of Labor and Treasury and with the HOPE NOW Unemployment Taskforce to help unemployed homeowners avoid losing their homes. This collaboration led to the creation of an online tool that allows homeowners and servicers to document unemployment insurance benefits as income in order to qualify for federally sponsored mortgage modification programs. more »
