by Michael Perkins | Mar 7, 2023 | Aged care, Autonomy Evaluation, Elder abuse, Power of Attorney and Guardianship, supported decision making
On 24 January 2023, the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability published its report titled, “Diversity, dignity, equity and best practice: a framework for supported decision-making”. The report can be...
by Dr Jane Lonie | Aug 8, 2022 | Autonomy Evaluation, Elder abuse, supported decision making
What is insight? Insight, in a medical context, refers to a person’s awareness or recognition of their illness, symptoms or medical condition. Insight often declines in the context of damage or injury to the brain. The amount of insight that is lost can vary. Some...
by Dr Jane Lonie | Oct 17, 2021 | Autonomy Evaluation, Legal, Medico-legal, Trusts and Estates, Wills
On 30th of June 2021, I was honoured to take part in a discussion on the assessment of testamentary capacity, as one of four elected panel members. The event was held by STEP Worldwide and hosted by Claire van Overdijk TEP, Chair of the STEP Mental Capacity Special...
by Zabina Naem | Oct 17, 2021 | Autonomy Evaluation, Medico-legal, Uncategorized
Capacity is decision specific and can fluctuate over time. A person who may have the mental capacity to make some decisions, such as purchasing groceries, may lack the mental capacity to make other decisions, such as entering a Contract for Sale of Land or making a...
by Michael Perkins | Sep 13, 2021 | Autonomy Evaluation, Financial services, Medico-legal, Private Client Services, Research
Autonomy First is excited to announce that we are partnering with Deakin University to support a new research project, Financial Decision-Making Capacity – A Challenge for Advisors. The project is engaging primarily with financial service professionals and the tools...
by Michael Perkins | May 29, 2021 | Autonomy Evaluation, Opinion, Private Client Services, Trusts and Estates
Introduction All solicitors bound by the Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules must comply with the following: 8. CLIENT INSTRUCTIONS 8.1 A solicitor must follow a client’s lawful, proper and competent instructions. By contrast accountants are bound to the...
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