Bay Area Lawyers Handling Elder Abuse Cases

Senior citizens, especially those who are isolated or dependent, are particularly vulnerable to abuse by caregivers, family members, or others. Elder abuse can be a one-time incident, such as a rape or assault in a nursing home. Or, there can be a long-term pattern of abuse resulting in malnutrition from neglect or broken bones from physical abuse.

Elder abuse is tragic and absolutely unacceptable. At the Law Offices of Suizi Lin, we are committed to helping seniors and family members seek justice in abusive situations. We hold individuals and businesses accountable for the harm they've caused.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of elder abuse, contact our Hayward, California law office or call us at (510) 689-1988 to schedule a free initial interview.

For more than 50 years, families and seniors in the Bay area have turned to the lawyers of the Law Offices of Suizi Lin during difficult times. We have an extensive law practice in personal injury and wrongful death (see our personal injury Web site); obtaining millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for injured people.

Our strong commitment to senior citizens has led the firm to develop a special focus on elder abuse and neglect.

What Is Elder Abuse?

We represent seniors who have suffered elder abuse in nursing home, assisted living facilities, hospital or other care setting in cases involving:

• Intentional neglect: malnutrition, dehydration, withholding of medical treatment
• Physical abuse: assaults, rape, improper use of restraints
• Isolation
• Verbal abuse

Elder abuse is not the same as neglect, though it may result in the same serious injuries. Abuse is an intentional act. It can be the result of improper hiring or failing to supervise staff. For example:

• If a home health care provider fails to screen aides they may hire a sex offender who assaults a home-bound senior
• If a long-term care facility does not properly train and supervise staff, an aide may use physical restraints as punishment rather than for the safety of a patient
• A nursing home nursing assistant who has problems feeding a combative resident may give up, depriving the resident of food or liquid on an ongoing basis

Our attorneys are zealous advocates who will stand up for you and your family. We handle elder abuse cases on a contingency fee-basis. That means we do not charge you a fee unless we get results for you.

To learn more about how we can help you if your loved one family member has suffered abuse, contact our office by e-mail or call us at (510) 689-1988.