Eldery Abuse Attorney in San Diego

Do You Have a Relative Who Has Been The Victim of Elder Abuse in San Diego?

Many older persons are unable to communicate about an abusive situation.  It is imperative that friends or relatives be aware of any signs indicating Elder abuse such as physical injuries or extreme change in emotional behavior.  Often times a relative has to step in and deal with an abusive situation involving an Elder person.  If a loved one or friend has been the victim of Elder abuse, immediately contact a San Diego medical malpractice and negligence attorney for legal advice regarding a situation of elder abuse.  At The Law Offices of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel & Associates, our medical malpractice team successfully represents many clients who are victims of elder abuse.  If you are concerned about a family member who is being treated in an abusive manner, please let us help you with your situation through a negligence lawsuit.

There Are Many Different Types of Elder Abuse in San Diego

Some indications of elder abuse might be frequent arguments or tension between a caregiver and an elderly relative.  Changes in personality or behavior of the elderly family member might also be a sign that abuse might be occurring.  Generally, elder abuse falls into the following categories:

• Physical abuse - pain, injury or impairment result
• Emotional abuse - intimidation through yelling or threats, humiliation, and ridicule
• Non-verbal abuse - ignoring Elder, isolating and Elder person from friends, neglect or abandonment by a caregiver
• Terrorizing  an Elder person
• Sexual abuse or financial exploitation - stealing money, forging signature, or identity theft
• Health care fraud and abuse

An older and cognitively diminished person can be an easy mark for unethical individuals.  Some people are just not concerned about their patients or clients enough to ensure their wellbeing.   Elder abuse is a serious subject and warrants immediate attention to intervene and bring the abusive treatment to an end.  If abuse occurred in a facility or through a provider, then legal action may be necessary to sue for damages.  In the event of a fatality caused by elder abuse, the survivors may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the offenders.  A San Diego elder abuse lawyer from The Law Offices of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel & Associates can review facts of the case.  It is important that you contact us today for a consultation.