By Lord & Lindley
May 9th, 2025
Stan Lee, the iconic co-creator of Marvel superheroes, was not only a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, but he also became the center of a high-profile elder abuse lawsuit…
The case, involving allegations against Lee’s former manager, Mac (a.k.a. Max) Anderson, has brought attention to the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals, especially in the later stages of life. The lawsuit, filed by Lee’s daughter, claimed that Lee was taken advantage of by his ex-manager, who allegedly manipulated him during his final years to control his assets, including personal memorabilia worth millions.
This kind of abuse often involves emotional manipulation, undue influence, and sometimes outright fraud.
The settled lawsuit underscores the intersection of elder abuse and estate litigation, where exploitation of the elderly can lead to protracted legal battles over their estate. Legal battles like this one often center on the validity of documents—wills, trusts, and other important papers—when allegations of forgery, coercion, or undue influence are at play. In estate litigation, such claims often focus on the intent of the deceased, the circumstances surrounding their decisions, and the involvement of third parties in the estate planning process.
