Raymond Radulski v. Delaware State

HOLLAND, Justice: The appellant, Raymond Radulski ("Radulski"), is an attorney who was appointed by the Superior Court to act as the guardian
ad litem for Mary Louise Taylor ("Taylor"). Following a hearing on June 17, 1987, the Superior Court issued an order dated
June 19, 1987, finding Taylor to be mentally ill and committing her involuntarily to the Delaware State Hospital (the "Hospital")
pursuant to the provisions of 16 Del.C. ch. 50. The order was effective for a six-month period. At the end of six months,
but prior to expiration of the order of commitment, the Superior Court was required to conduct a further hearing to ascertain
whether Taylor should remain hospitalized. The guardian filed this appeal alleging that Taylor's commitment was neither necessary
nor authorized by statute. 1