California Elder Abuse Attorney

Elder Abuse Lawyer in San Diego

The abuse of an elderly individual is a criminal act that can cause serious physical injury, emotional upset, financial damage and even death to the elderly victim. If you suspect that your older friend or relative is suffering from any type of abuse, it is very important that you take action to protect your loved one. If you have questions about elder abuse, you can contact an experienced California elder abuse lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm to receive knowledgeable counsel and representation.

Elder abuse is, as previously mentioned, not limited to basic physical abuse or financial abuse. Abuse of the elderly can include the following:

Sexual abuse
Neglect
Abandonment
Insufficient nutrition
Insufficient water
Lack of proper hygiene care
Forced changes to will
Loss of real estate
Conservator/trustee fraud

San Diego Elder Abuse Lawyer

In many cases, action must be taken immediately to protect the future and well-being of your elderly loved one. With the help of an attorney at the Zalkin Law Firm, you could be able to greatly increase your chances of recovering any losses for your elderly loved one. Additionally, abuse is a criminal act and must be treated as such. It doesn't matter if the abuse was inflicted by someone you know or even by a family member of the elderly victim - no person should be made to suffer any type of abuse.

According to California State Law, "elder" individuals are defined as 65 years of age and older. If your loved one falls into this category and you suspect or are aware of any type of abuse, please do not hesitate to contact the Zalkin Law Firm. The sooner you speak with a lawyer, the sooner you can initiate your case against the abusive individual or institution.

Your attorney at the Zalkin Law Firm knows that the health and happiness of your elderly loved one are very important to you. They will work with you in order to determine the best possible course of action to protect your loved one.

Contact a San Diego Elder Abuse Attorney at the Zalkin Law Firm today!

$660,000,000 Clergy Abuse settlement - Los Angeles, CA:
Irwin Zalkin was one of the lead trial lawyers and part of the trial team prepared to commence a 14 victim trial against the Archbishop of Los Angeles on the day a global settlement was reached in the amount of $660,000,000.

$198,500,000 Clergy Abuse settlement - San Diego, CA:
Irwin Zalkin was appointed Mediation Liaison Counsel by a U.S. Magistrate Judge on behalf of over 144 victims of sexual abuse against the Bishop of San Diego resulting in a nearly $200,000,000 settlement.

$100,000,000 Clergy Abuse settlement - Orange County, CA:

Irwin Zalkin was part of the team of lawyers representing survivors who negotiated the first $100,000,000 settlement in the country involving sexual abuse by members of the Catholic clergy.

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