Learn About the Rights of the Elderly
Elder abuse laws outline the rights of the elderly in California. Those rights include:
- The right to confidentiality of medical records
- The right to protection of money and property
- The right to choose a physician and participate in treatment decisions if able to do so
- The right to exercise the same rights that every other citizen has
Furthermore, when senior citizens are in the care of nursing homes, hospitals and in-home caregivers, those health care providers must:
- Employ sufficient and appropriately trained staff members
- Maintain a functional nurse call system
- Care for a resident's hygiene
- Provide food of sufficient quantity and quality
- Reduce instances of incontinence and bedsores
- Provide activity programs that meet the needs of elderly residents
If you believe that your elderly loved one's rights have been violated, and that violation has resulted in mental, physical or financial harm, you can take action. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth in San Gabriel Valley is here to help.
What Our Attorneys Can Do for You and Your Elderly Loved One
With more than 25 years of experience and knowledge of elder abuse laws, we know how to handle these unique and complex cases. When investigation is necessary, we will conduct it to ensure we have all of the facts necessary to build a case that is strong enough to take to trial if our opponent is unwilling to settle. We will go the distance, doing everything we can to make certain that your elderly loved one is fairly compensated.
Contact Us Today
Learn more about elder abuse and the rights of the elderly. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation with our San Gabriel Valley lawyers.
