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Coral Gables Elder Abuse

Elder abuse in Coral Gables and Florida is a serious crime that affects thousands of seniors across South Florida. Elder abuse can take many forms, but always leaves victims and their families devastated. This type of abuse can occur in assisted-living facilities, nursing homes, or even with trusted caregivers who are part of the family. It is important that family members and friends of elderly Florida residents stay vigilant and alert for any signs of abuse and report any abuse immediately. Acting quickly can help seniors avoid serious injuries.

Attorneys Charles Flaxman and the rest of the staff at Flaxman Law Group represent clients throughout South Florida. If you or your family have been affected by elder abuse, financial abuse, fraud, or other wrongdoing, you can contact our law firm for legal advice and representation. Just call 866-352-9626 or use our website to schedule your free, no commitment case review.

What Types of Elder Abuse Take Place?

Elder abuse can take many forms, including:

  • Financial abuse
  • Neglect
  • Sexual assault and sexual abuse
  • Emotional or verbal abuse
  • Medical abuse
  • Physical abuse

All forms of abuse are devastating and can lead to serious injury. If you suspect that a loved one is suffering from any form of abuse, you need to act immediately – before the situation escalates. Report the abuse and ask for an investigation. If you want to explore your legal rights to compensation, contact a personal injury attorney in Coral Gables or your community.

How Can You Tell Abuse May be Taking Place?

Unfortunately, elder abuse and neglect is difficult to spot because in many cases the signs are so subtle and abusers may try to hide the evidence of their wrong-doing. Signs of abuse may include:

  • Bedsores
  • Unexplained bruises, fractures, and wounds
  • Complications of chronic illnesses
  • Hip fractures
  • Poor hygiene
  • Lack of spending money
  • Changes in personality or behavior
  • Withdrawn behavior
  • Weight loss
  • Weakness
  • Bleeding gums
  • Suddenly choosing someone else as a beneficiary or losing assets

In some cases, family and friends see these or other signs of abuse and neglect. In many cases, it is easier to see neglect and abuse if the elderly patient or resident is visited often. In these situations, changes of behavior or physical condition may be easier to spot. Any signs of abuse need to be investigated thoroughly and immediately.

Abuse rarely resolves itself; it usually escalates and can pose a serious threat to the health or very life of an elderly person. Someone who is elderly may not be able to recover financially from financial abuse and may suffer fatal injuries from medical neglect or even a fracture. Getting immediate help and getting an elderly person into safer care is a top priority in cases of abuse and neglect.

Do You and Your Family Need Assistance?

Attorneys Charles Flaxman and the rest of the staff at Flaxman Law Group represent clients throughout South Florida. If you have been affected by elder abuse, financial abuse, fraud, or other wrongdoing, you can contact our law firm for legal advice and representation. Just call 866-352-9626 or use our website to schedule your free, no commitment case review.

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