At its January meeting, the New Jersey State Bar Association’s (NJSBA) governing body took action on a range of topics, including proposed rule changes to ensure the protection of incapacitated adults. The Board of Trustees also was briefed on how to stay safe amid cybersecurity threats.

Rule changes to protect incapacitated adults

The board agreed to submit comments on proposed rule changes to ensure the protection of incapacitated adults from the risks of potential abuse, neglect and financial exploitation by guardians.