My loved one is a victim of elder abuse; what can I do? |
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 What can I do if there are suspicious asset transfers? |
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| What if the trustee or fiduciary is stealing? |
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| What if the will or trust was changed under suspicious circumstances? |
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| How can I recover stolen assets? |
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| How can I stop future abuse? |
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| Should I contact the authorities? |
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If your loved one is the victim of a crime, you should contact the authorities immediately. For a list of governmental resources besides your local police and sheriff, click here. Please be warned, however, that in these situations you should also consult with a private attorney. Frequently governmental agencies do not have the resources to investigate the problems or will limit their investigation if they deem it a civil matter. Frequently, governmental agencies will stop their investigations if the abuser is “slick” or can convince the authorities that his actions are legitimate. We have frequently worked in conjunction with agencies such as Adult Protective Services to help victims of elder abuse. We also have substantial experience helping clients when governmental agencies have not or cannot help. For a description of a few of the elder abuse matters we have handled, click here. |
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