Nursing Home Abuse
The physical or emotional abuse, neglect, abandonment, or any other treatment that results in physical harm, pain, or mental suffering of an elder.
Financial Elder Abuse
Wrongfully taking or keeping an elder or dependent adult’s property. Elder financial abuse often comes in the form of estate planning or real estate transfers.
Elder Abuse Claims
Many different claims and potential remedies may be available to victims of elder abuse and their families. Each has its strengths and weaknesses.
Signs of Physical Elder Abuse
There are many important signs for identifying whether you or your loved one is experiencing physical elder abuse, from bruises to bedsores. If you suspect elder abuse, you should consult an attorney right away. Depending on the nature of the abuse and the abuser, an attorney may be able to help stop the abuse or limit the harm caused. Even if the abuse is not ongoing, there are time limits on the remedies available under California law that can be lost if you wait too long.
Financial Elder Abuse
Financial elder abuse can be harder to spot. From frequent visits to a trust attorney to unusual spending by a caregiver, know what to look for. If you suspect financial elder abuse, contact an attorney right away. An attorney may be able to help stop or limit the losses. Even if the abuse is not ongoing, there are time limits on the remedies available under California law that can be lost if you wait too long.
It is essential to retain the benefits of a California Elder Abuse Attorney:
- Legal expertise specific to the legal and factual issues in elder abuse
- Strategic approach to claim selection
- Advocacy in court and familiarity with the legal process
- Investigation support
- Negotiation skills
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