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In the world of business, wealth, and personal legacy, trusted relationships are everything. But what happens when trust is abused, particularly when someone misuses a Power of Attorney (POA) to take advantage of another’s finances, assets, or well-being?

Contracts are foundational in business, employment, matrimonial, and trust and estate matters, especially when significant assets and interests are involved. Yet, when contract terms regarding performance become unclear or are challenged, how do courts determine what the parties initially intended?

The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, a case that could significantly change the landscape for employment discrimination claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.