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Elder Abuse
Elder abuse typically falls into one of three categories; institutional, domestic, or self-neglect. Institutional elder abuse takes place in nursing homes or other residential centers designed to accommodate older people. People who commit institutional abuse are usually people who have a legal or contractual obligation to provide elders with care and protection. Domestic elder abuse refers to any maltreatment of an older person by someone who has a special relationship with the elder (spouse, sibling, child, friend, or caregiver). Usually such incidents take place in the elder’s home or the home of their caregiver. Elder abuse ranges from physical, to sexual, to emotional abuse and neglect. Any of these types of elder abuse are legally actionable, and time should not be wasted in seeking legal advice.
If you or someone you know has been injured due to elder abuse, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. Please fill out the form below for a free evaluation of your claim by an experienced attorney. There is no cost or obligation for this service.
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