Fullerton Financial Elder Abuse Lawyer
When you have to make the hard choice to put a loved one in a nursing home, you should never have to worry about them being abused by anyone. This includes financial abuse by the staff of a nursing home. At Travis Siegel, we know that there are times when the elderly suffer abuse at the hands of those they trust. Let our Fullerton financial elder abuse lawyer help you get through this. Contact us today to learn how we can help you fight for justice and secure maximum financial compensation.
Why Hire Travis Siegel to Handle Your Financial Elder Abuse Claim?
Understanding where to turn in a situation like this can be confusing. At Travis Siegel, our qualified and experienced team has in-depth knowledge of how to approach these cases.
- Our firm has a proven track record of success. We have collected more than 5 million in settlements and verdicts in the last five years.
- We have years of experience in litigating elder abuse cases. This is the sole focus of our practice, giving us a focused advantage over other firms.
- We take all elder abuse cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you do not have to pay a dime in legal fees until we recover the compensation you deserve.
Why Do You Need an Attorney to Help?
Investigating instances of financial abuse can be very complicated. Nursing home employees and facilities are adept at this type of behavior. Your Fullerton financial elder abuse lawyer will understand what it takes to uncover what happened. He or she will:
- Obtain all financial records of your loved one.
- Use trusted accountants and financial experts to analyze the records.
- Get assistance from law enforcement to look into the matter.
- Prepare the case for a trial if necessary to hold those responsible accountable.
If you suspect a loved one is the victim of financial abuse, speak with a Fullerton elder abuse attorney experienced in financial elder abuse cases.
What Are the Signs of Financial Elder Abuse?
Financial abuse in a nursing home setting happens in a variety of ways. Nursing home employees often have significant access to a resident’s financial and personal information. This can be detrimental if family members do not regularly check their loved one’s finances.
Our FAQ
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Choosing the right nursing home for your loved ones is a personal (and tough) decision. It is something you must decide on your own, or with the rest of your family. With that in mind, however, there are a few resources you can use to help with the decision.
The Health Facilities Consumer Information System provided by the state of California lets you search for different types of health facilities, including nursing homes. The Medicare website also provides a tool for finding nursing homes.
The Health Facilities Consumer Information System also lets you search for complaints against said facilities. You can use this tool to check on any homes you might be considering and see if complaints have been filed against them.
Remember, if you suspect any form of elderly abuse or negligence has occurred, trust your instincts and call us at Siegel Law. 562-414-5294
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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.
