Elder abuse often occurs behind closed doors, perpetrated against those who may struggle to speak up for themselves. When you notice signs of mistreatment in your elderly loved one’s life, it is important to take swift and decisive action.
Knapp & Roberts can help you hold abusers accountable. Our Gilbert elder abuse attorneys understand these delicate situations and know how to investigate suspicions while protecting your loved one’s dignity and safety. You can trust us to guide you through the legal process while providing the support and resources that you need during this challenging time.
Why Trust Your Elder Abuse Case to Knapp & Roberts?
- Our attorneys have spent over two decades successfully fighting for elderly victims’ rights and holding abusers accountable. Your lawyer brings this wealth of experience directly to you, understanding exactly how to build a compelling case in your favor.
- We conduct thorough investigations into every elder abuse case, working with medical experts and carefully documenting all signs of neglect or mistreatment. Your attorney will take the time to learn your loved one’s story and respond to your family’s concerns.
- Our firm approaches each case with compassion while maintaining an aggressive stance against abusers and negligent facilities. You can trust Knapp & Roberts to treat your family with respect while fighting relentlessly to achieve justice.
Recognizing Different Forms of Elder Abuse
Elder abuse involves various forms of mistreatment that cause harm or distress to older adults. These include:
- Sexual assault, harassment, and other forms of sexual violence
- Physical abuse, such as hitting, pushing, or inappropriate use of medication
- Emotional abuse, including verbal attacks, humiliation, or isolation from family and friends
- Neglect, or a failure to provide necessary food, medication, medical care, or basic hygiene
Warning signs of elder abuse can vary from person to person. Common signs may include unexplained bruises or injuries, sudden changes in behavior or emotional state, poor hygiene, or malnutrition. Nursing homes or caregivers may attempt to prevent family members from visiting or spending time alone with their loved ones to conceal ongoing abuse.
How a Gilbert Elder Abuse Lawyer Protects Seniors’ Rights
If you suspect elder abuse, an attorney from Knapp & Roberts can help you pursue legal action. We protect seniors’ rights by conducting detailed investigations, interviewing witnesses, and gathering documentation like medical records, staff reports, and facility inspection histories. When abuse occurs in nursing homes, we scrutinize staff credentials, training protocols, and facility policies to identify systemic failures that enabled the mistreatment.
Through collaboration with medical experts, psychologists, and elder care specialists, we are able to document both visible injuries and hidden trauma. With this comprehensive approach, we will fight for a settlement that reflects not only medical expenses but also the emotional suffering and diminished quality of life that abuse causes.
Your attorney will serve as a shield between vulnerable seniors and those who would take advantage of them. We handle all communication with negligent facilities and insurance companies, preventing any attempts to minimize the abuse or pressure you into accepting inadequate settlements.
Contact Us Today for a Free, Confidential Consultation
The Gilbert elder abuse attorneys at Knapp & Roberts can help protect your family member’s rights and dignity. If your loved one has been abused, contact us at (480) 991-7677 today to schedule a free consultation. We will listen to your concerns, evaluate your case, and outline a path forward to hold abusers accountable and secure the compensation your loved one deserves