As the “Baby Boomer” generation ages, elder abuse and neglect is becoming more widespread.
Abuse and neglect of elder citizens is often times perpetrated by people looking for an “easy target” offered by those who have lost some of their mental faculties and independence.
Perpetrators use their relationships, trickery, or even force to extract property from victims or allow those entrusted to their care to live without basic necessities. Common perpetrators are children, financial advisers, and nursing homes.
If you or someone you know is or has been a victim of abuse or neglect, the law may provide for substantial compensation.