The Elder Abuse Law That Gives Seniors More Protection Than Most People Realize

Описание: Elder abuse law protections — there is a powerful set of federal and state elder abuse laws that give seniors far more legal protection than most people realize. These laws cover physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, and abandonment, and they carry serious criminal penalties for anyone who harms an elderly person. Attorney Margaret Collins breaks down the elder abuse law that protects every senior, explains what it actually covers, and reveals how families can use it to take immediate action.

In this video you will learn:
The federal and state elder abuse laws that protect seniors and why most families have never heard of them
The five types of elder abuse the law recognizes — physical, emotional, financial, neglect, and abandonment
How elder abuse law gives seniors stronger legal protections than standard criminal statutes in most states
The mandatory reporting laws that require certain professionals to report suspected elder abuse immediately
How to use elder abuse law to pursue both criminal charges and civil lawsuits against an abuser
Where to report elder abuse and how to trigger an investigation that leads to real consequences

Whether you are a senior over 60 who is being mistreated or an adult child who suspects an aging parent is the victim of abuse, understanding elder abuse law is the most important step you can take. Elderly Americans and their families deserve to know that the legal system provides serious protections specifically designed for seniors. The law does not treat elder abuse lightly — and neither should anyone who witnesses it.

Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-800-677-1116

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This video is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. If you need legal help, contact your local Legal Aid office or the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.

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