Often, vulnerable people are the target of abusers because they are easier to attack. In most cases, the abuser may find it easier to cover up and get away with their mistreatment. And when abusers are not identified and held accountable for their actions, they will...
When abuse happens, it tends to be the most vulnerable among us who suffer. The elderly population is a prime example of a demographic that endures a substantial amount of abuse. For many years, elder abuse was not openly talked about and discussed–and even...
On Tuesday, July 12, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., The American Elder Abuse Conference 2022 (AEAC) was presented for seniors to learn more about financial fraud where the elderly population is often the target. Read on to learn more about what you may have...
Elder abuse in Illinois is a real problem that happens with more frequency than many people think. At The Law Offices of David H. Brinton, LLC, one of the most commonly asked questions we hear is, “How do I file a complaint against a nursing home in Illinois?” Read on...
What is elder abuse? At The Law Offices of David H. Brinton, LLC, we define it as when individuals aged 60 or older are exploited or abused. Elder abuse in Illinois is unlawful and can be emotional, psychological, or physical abuse; mistreatment, neglect, or financial...
Anyone can suffer from tragic abuse, men, women, children, animals, and the elderly. While abuse is reprehensible in any situation, when the most vulnerable among us are taken advantage of and harmed, it is particularly atrocious, not to mention, unlawful. As we age,...
