Category: Helen Dandridge
Mother’s legal victory for disabled son
The mother of a disabled adult is celebrating after successfully challenging his placement in the Court of Protection. Mrs A’s […]
Best interests – who decides?
The case of Alfie Evans, the seriously ill toddler who, prior to his death was at the centre of a […]
Responsibilities of an RPR – the right role for you?
I recently received a telephone call from an 80 year old lady who was the ‘Relevant Persons Representative’ (RPR) for […]
Dispelling the myths of the Court of Protection
It’s a fair assumption that unless you’ve been involved in a case in the Court of Protection, you may never […]
Nigel’s Nutty Nine
At Ridley & Hall we are passionate about helping those who are living with dementia and their carers. A team […]
Making “Bad” Decisions: Capacity and the Court of Protection
Think about some of the really important decisions that you have made throughout your life. Have they all been really […]
Attorney Steals £30,000 from 95 year old Living with Dementia
In a recent judgment, a court has found that a 95 year old woman from Oldham with dementia was the […]
Dispute Over Control of Elderly Father’s Finances Ends up in Court
When family members disagree about who should look after the finances of their vulnerable relative, the court may be more […]
Woman Who Wanted Life to Sparkle Allowed to Refuse Medical Treatment
A woman who was allowed to refuse medical treatment, after having been found to have capacity to do so, has […]
Court Rules Suicidal Woman Mentally Capable to Refuse Medical Treatment
In a groundbreaking case before the Court of Protection this month a 50 year old woman has been found to […]
