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Legal Information: West Virginia
Updated:
November 6, 202355-7J-2. Restriction of defenses, standing alone, based on legal relationship
Notwithstanding any provision of this code to the contrary, acting in a position of trust and confidence, including, but not limited to, as guardian, conservator, trustee or attorney for or holding power of attorney for an elderly person, protected person or incapacitated adult shall not, standing alone, constitute a defense to an action brought under this article.
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