Elder Abuse Articles

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Certain nursing homes are taking in elderly individuals who have been victims of abuse. Read more on our blog.

Advocacy group in Sacramento pursues a lawsuit against the state of California for failing to conduct proper complaint investigations. Learn more on our blog.

It is important to know the signs of elder abuse so you can help protect your loved ones if you believe that they have been neglected. Call our firm today.

Do you suspect that your elderly loved one could be under nursing home abuse or neglect? Find out the steps you should take on our blog.

Nursing home abuse is a serious issue that has been plaguing the elderly for far too long. If you suspect nursing home abuse, don’t hesitate to take action by calling Newman Law Group, LLP to get the help you need.

Know Your Enemy: The Seven Types of Elder Abuse Explained

When you think of neglect, you likely think of a third party doing the neglecting. If you suspect elder self-neglect and the nursing home or other care facility is not stepping in to help, you need legal assistance right away. Newman Law Group, LLP can assess your case and help you obtain compensation and justice. Contact us today.

As we get older, medical issues become more common. Sometimes, the elderly have physical or mental disabilities that can make caring for them a challenge. This can lead to abuse and neglect.

Discover the hidden reality of sexual abuse affecting the elderly in nursing homes. If you suspect sexual abuse, seek legal assistance from the experienced team at Newman Law Group, LLP to hold perpetrators accountable and pursue compensation and justice for your loved one.

Elder abuse can happen in many ways. It is important that families know the signs so they can protect their loved ones and stop the abuse from continuing to happen.

Learning that an elderly loved one is being abused can cause a great deal of shock, confusion, and stress. At Newman Law Group, LLP, we have more than 30 years of experience with such cases. We can provide you with answers and resolutions.

When most people think of abuse, they tend to imagine physical abuse, which consists of hitting, slapping, kicking, or otherwise physically harming someone. However, there are other kinds of abuse that can cause harm to a person, especially an elderly one. It is called emotional abuse.

When you think of elder abuse, financial abuse is probably not the first one to come to mind. You may not think of it as a major event since nobody is getting hurt. But the harm that a person suffers as a result of financial abuse can be devastating.

Stealing from the elderly is a heartless crime. Older people tend to have limited mobility and less cognitive awareness, so they are often an easy target for scammers.

You can help protect vulnerable seniors. Here is a look at the growing problem of elder abuse in the United States.

Many people think elder abuse is most common in nursing home environments, but the truth is that most abuse happens at home. It’s sad that loved ones cannot be trusted, but unfortunately, the elderly are often taken advantage of.

Studies show that 64% of nursing home staff members admit to committing abuse or neglect.

The elderly are prone to abuse and neglect, even if they are cared for by their own family. It is important for anyone who suspects abuse to file a report.

Financial abuse is on the rise, and it comes in many forms. Scammers are everywhere, trying to take advantage of people and gain control of their finances. This is especially true for the elderly.

Older people are vulnerable to all sorts of abuse, and financial abuse is no exception. Elderly people and their loved ones should know how to protect against theft of assets.

When people think of an epidemic, they may think of a rapidly spreading disease or perhaps a societal issue like drug abuse. There is another epidemic that people need to think about: elder abuse.

Nursing home abuse can be perpetrated by staff members as well as other residents. When sexual abuse happens to a loved one, it can be a frustrating and scary experience.

Nursing home abuse can be perpetrated not only by staff members but also by other residents. This can be a frustrating situation, and obtaining compensation can be challenging.

Do not allow your loved one to suffer from such mistreatment. Contact a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney from Newman Law Group, LLP, for assistance.

Neglect and abuse differ slightly in that one is usually intentional and one is not, but they can still cause a lot of harm to elderly people.

Abuse can happen in many ways. The team at Newman Law Group, LLP, can assist you if you have concerns. Our Sacramento elder abuse attorneys can help stop the abuse and ensure your loved one’s safety. Schedule a consultation today by filling out the online form or calling (916) 932-0397.