Protecting the Vulnerable

Elder Abuse Attorneys
Sacramento, Fairfield and Bay Area

The prevalence of elder abuse and neglect is difficult to establish because cases often go unreported. There is, however, enough evidence to confirm that it is happening all over the country in significant numbers. Elder abuse and neglect can result in devastating physical personal injury, in addition to emotional and psychological harm. At York Law Firm, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of the elderly. Our elder neglect attorneys are experienced lawyers known throughout Sacramento, Fairfield, Bay Area and the surrounding areas for our results and our dedication to our clients. If you believe that your loved one has been the victim of elder neglect or abuse, contact our legal team to schedule a consultation.

Wendy York and the rest of our team believe that being educated on elder abuse and neglect is critical to holding dangerous caretakers responsible and preventing these injustices from continuing. For that reason, we’ve provided a wealth of information on the following topics.

Types of Elder Care Facilities

The elderly are susceptible to abuse and neglect in a variety of settings, including nursing facilities, assisted living, residential care facilities or adult day care. Learn more about the types of elder care facilities in which your loved one may be vulnerable.

Common Signs of Elder Abuse

If your elderly loved one experiences frequent urinary tract infections, bed sores, or bruising, this could be a sign of physical abuse. Common signs of emotional or verbal abuse include withdrawal, depression, and disorientation. Explore our comprehensive list of common signs of elder abuse.

If your loved one presents these symptoms, it is essential that you enlist the assistance of an experienced elder abuse attorney. Hiring a lawyer is crucial to ensuring that the person putting your loved one’s health and safety at risk is held accountable. Contact York Law Firm to schedule a case evaluation with one of our elder neglect attorneys. We serve Sacramento, Fairfield, Bay Area and surrounding communities.

Types of Elder Abuse and Neglect

Physical abuse is the most commonly reported type of elder abuse. Other types include:

• Emotional
• Sexual
• Verbal
• Exploitation
• Neglect

Elder neglect is a form of abuse. Neglect includes failure to provide food, water, and adequate care. Unfortunately, medication errors are common in nursing homes and can be lethal. Other types of abuse include financial abuse (using an elder’s funds without his or her permission), deprivation of necessities, and abandonment.

Elder Abuse Lawsuits

A lawsuit is a means of legal recourse against the negligent nursing facility who harmed your elderly loved one. If a judge or jury rules in your favor, your family could be entitled to financial compensation to cover injury-related medical expense, legal fees, and pain and suffering. The judge may also require the abusive caretaker to pay punitive damages. Explore our database of elder abuse lawsuit information.

If you would like to file an elder abuse claim on behalf of an injured loved one, contact York Law Firm today. Our clients can expect tireless and aggressive representation through every stage of their lawsuits.

Wrongful Death from Elder Abuse

Cases of elder abuse and neglect can have catastrophic consequences. If inadequate care or pure negligence contributed to the death of a loved one, you and your family have the right to hold the caregiver or facility accountable. Learn more about wrongful death from elder abuse.

Do You Suspect Elder Abuse?

If you are questioning the safety and well-being of a loved one, it’s best to contact the police and / or Adult Protective Services. Beyond reporting your suspicions to the proper authorities, Wendy York suggests additional steps to take if you suspect an elderly loved one is being abused or neglected.

Causes of Elder Abuse

Elder abuse may be caused by overstressed, inexperienced, poorly trained, or simply negligent caregivers. Explore the causes of elder abuse.

Elder Abuse Statistics

While national statistics on elder abuse are currently not recorded, the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) estimates that 1 to 2 million elders have been “injured, exploited, or otherwise mistreated”; however, the NCEA believes that only 1 in 14 elder abuse incidents are reported to authorities.

How to Prevent Elder Abuse

Ms. York and the rest of our team at York Law Firm are dedicated to educating the community about the prevention of elder abuse. We offer seminars on selecting the right nursing home and elderly care facility, which can be key to preventing occurrences of abuse and / or neglect.

Elder Abuse Resources

You will find a plethora of elder abuse resources on the Internet. York Law Firm has compiled a comprehensive list of websites and other resources which provide information and support.

Elder Abuse FAQs

If you have additional questions about elder abuse and neglect, other people are most likely wondering the same thing. Our attorneys may have answered your question in our frequently asked questions section.

Contact Our Elder Abuse Attorneys

If you would like to discuss filing an elder abuse claim with a qualified attorney, contact Wendy York and the team of legal professionals at York Law Firm. We have a proven track record of holding reckless caretakers responsible for the neglect and abuse of the elderly. Our elder neglect lawyers have achieved significant results for Sacramento and Fairfield victims and their families. We invite you to contact our practice or fill out and submit a free case evaluation form.