A key part of Buzz Aldrin’s case is that his children claim that he suffers from memory loss. It is unclear whether he has ever received a professional diagnosis, however.
We have previously mentioned on this blog that there are options to protect the estate even if an elder does suffer from mental difficulties. This prevents family members from taking matters into their own hands by appointing a reliable trustee or Durable Power Of Attorney as the official decision-maker. Sadly, Buzz Aldrin alleges that his son is abusing this trustee power.
An attorney may detect signs that their client faces unusual pressure from family members during review sessions and offer alternatives. An estate plan should reflect a client’s true wishes. It should account for a variety of needs and situations, including shielding assets from family disputes.
