A guardian is appointed by the court to "guard" finances and make care decisions for an elderly person who has nobody else to help. Most people think once the court steps in, the person is protected, and safe.
But instead of helping, the guardian drains the person's bank account. What's worse, the court gives its stamp of approval. How could this be happening?
According to GAO investigators, and investigators from the office of Sen. Herb Kohl (D-WI), it's the result of unscrupulous actors; piecemeal regulations from state-to-state; and poor oversight.
via cbsnews.com