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Elder Injury & Abuse

Protecting Those Who
Cannot Protect Themselves

Our team has been handling cases related to elder abuse for over 15 years, successfully resolving numerous elder neglect cases through both litigation and mediation.

We have authored appellate court briefs resulting in appellate court decisions that have protected the rights of the elderly — establishing precedent that reaches far beyond any single case.

We represent elders who have sustained injuries due to neglect or abuse in nursing homes, board and care facilities, and assisted-living facilities — and those who have sustained elder transportation injuries.
15
Years of dedicated
elder injury advocacy
California's Elder Care Crisis

The Scale of the Problem
Demands Accountability

According to the State of California Department of Justice, California's nursing facilities face a systemic failure that puts tens of thousands of vulnerable residents at risk each year.

In California, approximately 225,000 cases of elder abuse occur every year. Experts estimate that for every case reported, as many as five go unreported.
1 in 5
Understaffed Facilities

The Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development reported that one-fifth of California's nursing facilities did not meet state-mandated requirements for staffing levels.

2×
Physical Restraint Rate

In 2006, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reported that twice as many of California's 115,000+ nursing home residents are placed in physical restraints compared to the national average.

⅔
Deficiencies Causing Harm

From 2001 to 2005, California DHCS found that two-thirds of all reported deficiencies caused or could have caused significant harm — more than half of all complaints related to poor quality of care.

California Department of Justice Summary

"Together, these staggering statistics and projections illustrate the urgent need to address and remedy the poor quality of care in many of California's skilled nursing facilities."

"In California, approximately 225,000 cases of elder abuse occur every year. Sadly, experts estimate that for every case of elder abuse and neglect that is reported, there may be as many as five cases that go unreported."

Warning Signs

Be Aware
of the Signs

Elder abuse and neglect often go unrecognized. Knowing what to look for is the first step toward protecting a loved one. If you observe any of these warning signs in a nursing home, board and care, or assisted-living facility, contact us immediately.

Common Indicators of Abuse or Neglect
  • Bed sores or ulcers on the skin
  • Bruising
  • Choking
  • Falls
  • Fractures
  • Head injuries
  • Improper diet and dehydration
  • Improper physical restraints
  • Lack of cleanliness
  • Neglect or lack of proper supervision
  • Overmedication, administration of incorrect medication, or lack of consent for certain medications
  • Untreated infections
  • Weight loss
Our Commitment

We Advocate for the
Injured Elderly

We hold accountable the corporations and facilities under whose care your loved ones are placed. Elder loved ones are to be honored — especially during this time in their lives when they are at their most vulnerable. Our experienced and dedicated team will care about you and your loved one throughout every step of the process.

Justice is not optional when the vulnerable are harmed.

What You're Entitled To

Money Damages the Law
Provides for Your Recovery

The law provides specific categories of compensation to hold accountable those responsible for failures of elder care. These are the damages you may be entitled to recover.

01

Damages for
Abuse & Neglect

  • Pain and suffering
  • Medical expenses — past and future
  • Loss of life quality
02

Damages for
Wrongful Death

  • Loss of care, comfort and companionship
  • Economic loss to heirs
03

Damages for Violation of
the Elder Abuse Statute

  • Exemplary damages against the facility or owners
  • Attorneys' fees paid by violator
  • Civil penalties for violation of the elder abuse statute
Appellate Experience

Litigation That Shapes
the Law Itself

Our firm has not merely resolved individual elder cases — we have authored appellate court briefs resulting in appellate court decisions that have protected the rights of the elderly on a broader, precedent-setting level.

This depth of experience — spanning litigation, mediation, and the appellate process — means we bring a comprehensive legal arsenal to every case we take on. We know the law because we have helped write its interpretation.

Litigation Mediation Appellate Briefs Elder Abuse Statute Transportation Injuries
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions families most often bring to us when a loved one may have suffered elder abuse or neglect.

What types of facilities can be held liable for elder abuse?
We represent elders who have sustained injuries due to neglect or abuse in nursing homes, board and care facilities, and assisted-living facilities. We also represent those who have sustained elder transportation injuries. Any care environment where your loved one was entrusted to professional staff creates a duty of care — and a potential avenue for legal accountability when that duty is breached.
What are the signs that my loved one may be suffering abuse or neglect?
Key warning signs include bed sores or skin ulcers, unexplained bruising, choking incidents, falls, fractures, head injuries, improper diet and dehydration, improper physical restraints, lack of cleanliness, neglect or lack of proper supervision, overmedication or administration of incorrect medication, untreated infections, and unexplained weight loss. If you observe any of these signs, contact our office immediately.
What is the Elder Abuse Statute and how does it help my case?
California's Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act provides enhanced remedies beyond ordinary negligence law. When a facility or its owners engage in recklessness, oppression, fraud, or malice, the statute allows for exemplary (punitive) damages, attorneys' fees to be paid by the violator, and civil penalties. Our team has deep experience invoking these protections on behalf of injured elders and their families.
Can I bring a wrongful death claim if my loved one passed away?
Yes. If your elder family member died as a result of neglect or abuse in a care facility, you may have a wrongful death claim. Recoverable damages include loss of care, comfort and companionship, and economic loss to heirs. Our firm handles wrongful death cases arising from elder abuse with the same rigor and compassion we bring to all our elder injury work.
How does your fee structure work?
We operate on a contingency fee basis — No Recovery, No Fee. You owe nothing unless we obtain a recovery for you. Additionally, under the Elder Abuse Statute, in qualifying cases the violating facility may be required to pay your attorneys' fees directly, further protecting you from out-of-pocket legal costs.
Why does elder abuse go unreported so often?
Experts estimate that for every case of elder abuse and neglect that is reported, there may be as many as five cases that go unreported. Elders often fear retaliation, lack the ability to communicate, or do not have advocates present to identify the signs. Family members may not know what warning signs to look for, or may not realize that what they are witnessing constitutes abuse. That is why legal representation and informed advocacy are so critical.
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Your Loved One Deserves
Justice & Dignity

You are looking for experienced attorneys who know the law and how to help you. We are here. Our team will care about you and your loved one — every step of the way.

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