About Travis Siegel
When an older loved one has been abused, neglected, or taken advantage of, families need more than a lawyer who handles these cases occasionally. They need someone who understands the unique challenges involved in protecting vulnerable seniors and investigating what happened. That focus has been at the heart of Travis Siegel since Attorney Travis Siegel founded our firm in 2002.
Attorney Siegel has dedicated his legal career to helping families address elder abuse and nursing home abuse. His decision to focus on this area of law was shaped in part by a personal family experience involving medical malpractice, giving him a firsthand understanding of the pain and uncertainty that can follow when a loved one is harmed.
Today, he brings that perspective to cases involving abuse, neglect, and other mistreatment of older adults in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, residential care settings, and private homes.
As an award-winning trial attorney, Travis understands that investigating an elder abuse case takes careful attention to the details. Medical records, care plans, facility records, financial documents, witness accounts, and other evidence may all play a role in determining what happened.
Our firm is dedicated exclusively to elder abuse and nursing home abuse cases. That concentration allows us to develop a deeper understanding of the issues families may face, whether the concern involves inadequate care, physical or emotional abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, or a serious injury or wrongful death.
We believe vulnerable seniors deserve to be treated with dignity, and families deserve compassionate personal attention throughout an often difficult process. Clients work directly with Attorney Siegel, and we offer virtual meetings for added accessibility. We also handle cases on a contingency basis, so there are no legal fees unless we secure a financial recovery.
Conveniently located near the intersection of the Santa Ana Freeway (the 5) and the Costa Mesa Freeway (the 55), Travis Siegel is conveniently accessible for clients across Orange County, Los Angeles County, and throughout Southern California.
Call (562) 414-5294 or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation.
If you think your elderly loved one has suffered neglect or abuse, do not wait to act. Whether the abuse occurred in a nursing home, residential care facility, or private home, our Orange County elder abuse attorneys will conduct the necessary investigations and gather the information needed to bring those responsible to justice.
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100% Focus on Elder Abuse
Most law firms spread their energy on lots of different types of cases, which works well for them. We, on the other hand, feel that a focus on elder abuse keeps us sharp and makes us one of the best teams around when it comes to dealing with such cases. This specific focus is quite rare among attorneys, but we are passionate about defending the elderly, and that’s all our elder abuse lawyers in Orange County do.
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Pressure sores, also called bed sores and pressure ulcers, are a common sign of nursing home abuse or neglect. They are caused by unrelieved pressure on the skin. Bed sores typically appear near areas where the bones are close to the skin: the hips, back, elbows, and ankles. When pressure sores first show up, they’re just skin irritation. With prompt treatment, they typically have no lasting effects. When not treated quickly, however, later stages can result in serious damage not only to the skin but also to muscle and bone.
The greatest tragedy of pressure sores is that they are relatively easy to prevent. Regular movement of a person restricted to a bed or wheelchair can help avoid pressure sores. Someone who must remain in bed should be moved about every two hours. The use of a pressure-reducing mattress can help. A proper diet, cleanliness, and daily exercise all help prevent pressure sores and eliminate the serious harm that can accompany them.
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The answer is no. Siegel Law takes all cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that our clients owe the firm nothing for expenses unless they are awarded a monetary settlement or we receive a favorable verdict at trial. All expenses will be deducted from the settlement or jury verdict. Not a dime will be taken out of your pocket.
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If you suspect that abuse has occurred, know that you are not alone and do not have to suffer in silence. Trust yourself and follow your instincts. First of all, contact the California Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services (APS). This is a government agency specifically charged with licensing, certifying, and overseeing nursing homes and similar facilities. They are in charge of investigating reports of abuse, so making a report to them is the best place to start.
Once you have contacted them, call us at Siegel Law. We have years of experience handling these kinds of cases and will sit down with you for free and help you understand your options going forward. It is easy to become overwhelmed in this situation, which is why our Orange County elder abuse lawyers offer guidance to those who need it.
We Have Passion for Justice
Trying to file an elder abuse complaint or lawsuit by yourself can be overwhelming. If you suspect an elderly loved one has been abused at a nursing home or other facility, contact the California Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services immediately. Afterward, call us and we can talk about your suspicions and what to do. We can work with you and APS to ensure your concerns are addressed promptly, and discuss how you can move forward with a civil claim if appropriate.
In-Depth Knowledge of State and Federal Regulations
There are a lot of laws in place at both the state and federal levels intended to protect the elderly. These laws place restrictions on the types of people who can work at nursing homes and similar facilities, as well as how treatments and care can be provided. It is important to have these rules in place to make sure our loved ones get the care they need and deserve.
When these rules and laws are violated, and someone is harmed, that’s plain wrong. We know the ins and outs of the system. There are state agencies in California to oversee nursing homes, and we understand how to work with them to ensure abusers have no place to run and are made to pay for what they have done.
