Minneapolis Elder Abuse Attorney

Minneapolis Elder Abuse Lawyer | Attorneys

As we get older, many of us are faced with difficult decisions regarding healthcare and our overall financial well being. Elder abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, social status or ethnic background. Elder abuse can occur in a multitude of different settings and is not restricted, as many often believe, to events occurring in assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Regrettably, elder abuse occurs all to often at the hands of the people who are most trusted by the victims, including: spouses, children, grandchildren, caregivers or financial or other advisors.

The increasing number of senior citizens in our population, has steadily increased  the number of for-profit nursing homes and assisted living centers. Unfortunately, far too many nursing homes have an appalling track record of providing sub-standard care to our elderly. Gross negligence and outright abuse occur all too common. If you or someone you love has been the victim of elder abuse at a nursing home, your next step will be to contact a Minnesota Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer.

Many victims of elder abuse are simply too physically frail or mentally unable to understand what is being done with their finances without their approval. An unfortunate byproduct of our current economy has been an increase in financial abuse of the elderly by the very individuals charged with their care.

The sense of helplessness inflicted upon victims of elder abuse can be overwhelming. Elder abuse and neglect can result from recurrent conduct or a single injury-producing event, and take many forms including: physical, emotional, sexual, and financial. Equally troubling, victims of elder abuse and neglect may be unable or unwilling to reveal mistreatment. Poor care and neglect to the elderly can quickly result in serious injuries or even death.

At first, the abuse may go unnoticed, but over time, abuse of this nature tends to reveal itself as elderly people may display physical and emotional signs. An alert friend or family member can detect danger signs of elder abuse by looking for: (i) unexplained injuries such as bedsores, pressure sores, bruises or fractures, (ii) emotional changes, anxiety depression or a suddent change in behavior, (iii) as well as malnutrition, sudden weight loss, dehydration, or ongoing infections.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of elder abuse or nursing home abuse, it is impertive that you contact a Minneapolis Elder Abuse Attorney as soon as possible. Our lawyers will provide free advice and assistance to inform you of your full legal rights and any potential claims.You can submit an online case evaluation request or contact our office directly at (612) 234-7246.