Legal Question in Disability Law in Maine
Is it illegal take advantage of someone who is distraught, or depressed and get them to do something they wouldn't ordinarily do? I do know it is immoral, but is it illegal?
Asked on 2/08/11, 3:44 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Elliott Teel
Teel Law Office
It depends on what they do. If it involves a financial transaction, it could be invalidated. The concept is called "undue influence."
Answered on 2/09/11, 6:56 am