Columbia Financial Abuse Lawyer

With advances in technology, declining health, and life changes the elderly are at a unique disadvantage when it comes to financial abuse. In fact, more than 5% of the elderly surveyed in the 2010 National Institute of Health survey reported being taken advantage of financially by a caregiver or nursing home staff member. For more information contact our personal injury lawyer.

What Are Signs of Financial Exploitation?

Some of these red flags may include:

• Missing checks
• Missing credit or debit cards
• Missing property
• Failing to make payments
• Any sudden change in financial standing

If you suspect a loved one is being financially abused immediately alert the police and contact an elder abuse attorney.