Elder Physical Abuse Law

Elder Physical Abuse

Elder Physical Abuse Law:

Elder physical abuse occurs when physical, emotional or physical harm is inflicted on an older adult. Elder physical abuse occurs when a person uses force that causes unnecessary pain or injury, which may range from shoving to severe beatings. It may also include over or under medicating, food deprivation or some form of physical restraint.

Elder Physical Abuse Legal Issues:

Elder physical abuse can be very detrimental to an elder's health. Most incidents don't take place in a nursing home. In fact, most incidences of elder physical abuse take place at home. Spouses, children, siblings or other relatives often abuse elders. Elder physical abuse is a very stressful event and should never be acceptable.

What an Elder Abuse Lawyer can do for you:

An elder physical abuse lawyer can first stop the physical abuse. A lawyer handles many abuse cases and work to protect your loved one against abuse of any kind.

Lawyer Referral Service:

If you are a relative of an elder person who you suspect is suffering from elder physical abuse, call us today. Attorney Search Network can help you locate an elder physical abuse lawyer to help you.

If you have any questions about the information provided above, please contact us. Call us toll free at (800) 215-1190 or fill out our online form for your Elder Abuse lawyer referral.