Ageism and Bias in Family Law

Ms. A, an older adult with limited mobility, had experienced physical and emotional abuse from her son and was seeking an order of protection in family court. Professor Linda Whitton's work has explored the way ageism manifests in the court system through statutes and case law. Family Court Ord...

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Published in:Family Advocate 2022-01, Vol.44 (3), p.35-37
Main Authors: Sullivan-Wilson, Tristan, Lok, Deirdre
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Abuse of
Acoustics
Adult abuse & neglect
Adults
Age discrimination
Aged
Aging
Americans with Disabilities Act 1990-US
Analysis
Court hearings & proceedings
Demographic aspects
Divorce
Divorce settlements
Domestic violence
Evaluation
Family courts
Family law
Influence
Judges & magistrates
Laws, regulations and rules
Older people
Powers and duties
Professionals
Set (Psychology)
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Summary:Ms. A, an older adult with limited mobility, had experienced physical and emotional abuse from her son and was seeking an order of protection in family court. Professor Linda Whitton's work has explored the way ageism manifests in the court system through statutes and case law. Family Court Orders of Protection A family court order of protection is a vital safety tool for people experiencing abuse. There are legal mechanisms, for example, qualified domestic relations orders, that can address equitable distribution of retirement benefits and may address concerns about and actual loss of livable income for divorcing older adults.
ISSN:0163-710X
2327-8331