Filial responsibility laws, rooted in centuries-old traditions, hold adult children legally accountable for supporting their indigent parents’ essential needs. These laws, once meant to prevent the impoverished from burdening public resources, are now resurfacing amid soaring healthcare costs and aging populations. Understand the historical context, enforcement landscape, and potential financial implications of these often-overlooked legal obligations.
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