Reporting Elder Abuse
February 25, 2013
AB 40 went into effect just weeks ago, which requires “mandated reporters” to report abuse or even suspected abuse to local law enforcement officials immediately....
February 12, 2013
It has taken nearly two years, but Assembly Bill 40 has finally gone into effect. Drafted by Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada, D-Davis AB 40 resolves a...
February 04, 2013
Elder abuse of any kind is a crime potentially punishable by prison time in California. The recent sentencing of the former Director of Nursing of...
December 20, 2012
Under California law, elder abuse is both a criminal and civil offense. Criminal elder abuse describes the willful infliction of physical or emotional suffering on...
October 22, 2012
The decision to place a loved one in a long-term care facility for the elderly can be a very difficult and emotionally demanding process. Both...
September 20, 2012
It is estimated that nearly one in five Americans over age 65 become victims of financial elder abuse every year, costing them approximately $3 billion....
February 02, 2012
The California Department of Public Health has fined three Los Angeles County nursing homes a total of $235,000 over the alleged poor quality of care...
December 08, 2011
Criminal elder abuse describes the willful infliction of physical pain or mental suffering on an elder. In the absence of intent, criminal abuse also includes...