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Elder abuse and Nursing Neglect in Sacramento

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Elder abuse and Nursing Neglect in Sacramento

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  1. Elder abuse and Nursing Neglect in Sacramento

  2. Elder abuse refers to any knowing, intentional, or negligent act by a caregiver including nursing homes and assisted living facilities or a person who causes the elder harm or exposes the elder to a serious risk of harm.   Nursing home neglect is the mistreatment or neglect of a resident by nursing home staff. Neglect is a form of abuse. Not all aging elders have the ability to communicate what is going on. They may also be too afraid to discuss what is happening to them, and are unwilling to risk what care they are receiving.

  3. Abuse can be of different types • Physical abuse • Emotional abuse • Sexual abuse • Neglect/Abandonment of Caregivers • Financial or Exploitative Abuse • Healthcare Fraud and Abuse

  4. Some warning signs which may indicate neglect or abuse • Although any one sign does not necessarily mean an elder is being abused, there are some warning signs which may indicate neglect or abuse.  They are: • Fractures from falls • Development of Bedsores • Overmedication and infection • Low Blood Pressure • Loss in Appetite • Dehydration

  5. Depression and Emotional Distress • Weight Loss • Change interaction with friends • Bruises, burns, abrasions, pressure marks, broken bones, neglect, or mistreatment • Bruises around the breast or genital area resulting from sexual abuse • Unexplained withdrawal from normal activities, a sudden and unexplained change in disposition and depression can indicate emotional abuse. • A sudden unexplained change in financial situation resulting from exploitation • Bed sores, poor hygiene, unusual weight loss and unattended medical needs may indicate neglect

  6. Who Can Sue For Elder Abuse? • The elder or dependent adult • Family members vested with the power of attorney • Family members who witnessed the elder abuse • Guardians of an incompetent elder or dependent adult • Spouses of the injured

  7. Contact Our Sacramento Elder Abuse Attorney Immediately! If your loved one has been a victim of any form of abuse or neglect, contact York Law Firm to schedule a case evaluation with one of our Sacramento Elder abuse attorneys. Our lawyers serve Sacramento, Fairfield, and nearby Northern California areas. Contact us for a FREE elder abuse case consultation today! 800-939-1832 info@yorklawcorp.com www.yorklawcorp.com

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