Orange County Elder Financial Abuse Lawyer
Do you have an elderly family member who has fallen victim to a scheme or scam of a manipulative individual? California has strict laws in place to help protect these vulnerable individuals. If you or a loved one has experienced this type of abuse, you may need an experienced lawyer on your side to help protect your rights.
The team at Albertson & Davidson, LLP can help you through these difficult situations. We focus our practice on complex estate litigation matters, and we have the experience necessary to help protect you or a family member who has fallen victim to financial abuse.
Contact us today at (858) 209-2309 to schedule a consultation with an Orange County estate litigation lawyer. Since we use contingency fees in most of these cases, we do not require any upfront payment. Let us put together a plan to stop the abuse and help recover any assets that may have been stolen.
Why Choose Our Team?
Elder financial abuse situations can be complex, and you need a lawyer who has experience handling these difficult matters. Our firm is focused on handling complex estate litigation matters, including situations of elder financial abuse. We have recovered over $300 million through settlements and verdicts for other clients, and clients turn to us because:
- We know how to win – although we can’t guarantee a victory in every case, we can assure you that you will always get our best effort
- Our team will provide you with the personalized attention and approach that your case deserves
- We take many cases on a contingency fee basis which means that clients often do not need any upfront payment
Our firm is ready to help you get the justice you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and talk to a lawyer who will answer all your questions and advise you of your legal rights.
How an Elder Financial Abuse Lawyer Can Help
Watching someone take advantage of your loved one can be difficult. You do not have to sit idly by as an abuser tries to take over their life and finances. However, the legal process of getting them to stop can be complex. You need a lawyer on your side to help who knows how to navigate these complex legal waters.
An elder financial abuse lawyer can help you by:
- Answering all your questions and providing you sound legal advice about how to proceed with your case
- Examining bank records and other evidence that can prove the fraud or abuse taking place
- Recovering any money or assets that were stolen or improperly transferred
- Drafting and filing all the legal paperwork required to have the court intervene
If you need help with a potential elder financial abuse claim, contact Albertson & Davidson, LLP today.
Who Is an Elder?
To qualify for protection under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act in California, an individual must meet the definition of an elder or dependent. An elder is defined by the law as anyone living in California who is 65 or older. Dependent adults are also entitled to the same protections under the law.
Younger individuals from 18 to 64 may qualify as dependent adults. This can be anyone in this age range who has mental or physical limitations that prevent them from carrying out normal activities of daily life. Residents of inpatient nursing homes and care facilities may also be considered dependent adults.
What Is Elder Financial Abuse?
Elder financial abuse occurs when someone tricks, misleads, or coerces an elderly or dependent person into giving them control over some of their assets. Improper activity may include stealing, misusing, or retaining the elderly person’s property with the intent to keep it or to defraud the person.
In many cases, it is an individual who is close to the elderly person that takes advantage of them. Some individuals who are commonly found to engage in elder financial abuse include:
- Family members
- Clergy
- Caretakers
- Medical providers
- Neighbors
- Bank employees
- Friends
The elderly can have a hard time realizing when a scam or other abuse is taking place. This makes them especially susceptible to people who are trying to take advantage of them. If you suspect a loved one might be falling victim to this type of behavior, be sure to watch out for any of the warning signs mentioned below.
Common Signs That Elder Financial Abuse May Be Happening
The elderly are especially susceptible to financial abuse, but there are some things you can watch for that are warning signs. It can be difficult to monitor all the financial activity of your loved one, and you may not have access to all their financial details. However, if you see any of these things taking place, you may want to inquire further to determine whether they may be falling victim to a scam or an abuser. Some common signs are:
- Large or unexplained withdrawals from bank accounts
- Sudden changes to estate planning documents, such as wills or trusts
- Signatures on checks or other financial documents that look suspicious
- Sudden withdrawal from friends, family, or other socialization
- Bills that start to go unpaid with no prior history of missed payments
- Any property or assets that disappear or go missing without any explanation
If you notice any of these signs, it is important that you take action quickly. An experienced lawyer may be able to help you recover some of the stolen assets so that your loved one’s property can be returned. Let the Orange County will contest lawyers at Albertson & Davidson, LLP help you hold the responsible party accountable today. Give us a call now to get started.
Schedule a Consultation With an Orange County Elder Financial Abuse Lawyer
If you or a loved one have fallen victim to a financial abuser, the time to take action is now. These abusers should be held accountable, and it may not be too late to recover any property or assets that were taken.
Contact Albertson & Davidson, LLP at (858) 209-2309 or reach out to us online schedule a consultation so that we can learn more about your situation. Our team can answer all your questions and advise you of your legal rights. Reach out today to get the help you need.