Dallas Elder Abuse Attorney

Nursing Home Abuse in the Dallas area

The incidence of elder abuse is so widespread, yet so hidden, that May 2010 was proclaimed Elder Abuse Prevention Month in the state of Texas. By this proclamation Governor Rick Perry sought to raise awareness of the problem and make it "everyone's business." Our elderly are a fragile and at-risk demographic. They can be physically abused, neglected and financial exploited and feel isolated and afraid to call for help. The most common abusers are those that are closest to them and they suffer in silence rather than exposing family members to the frightening consequences of being arrested. This proclamation has helped to bring this sad situation to the forefront of our community awareness. If you suspect that elder abuse is occurring, a Dallas elder abuse lawyer can help you determine the best course of action to protect the victim and correct the situation.

Why Hire an Elder Abuse Lawyer in Dallas?

Nursing homes are big business and have an important role in our society. As our population ages, the care of this vulnerable population has become a significant issue. A large percentage of people over 65 will at some point require care in an assisted living facility and the distressing reality is that some of these people will suffer abuse at the hands of their caretakers. Nursing home negligence can be detected by such things as poor hygiene or disheveled appearance, physical injuries and sores, depression, complaints and sudden changes in financial situation or a change in the victim's will or power of attorney.

If any of these conditions is present, caregiver abuse may have occurred and an attorney specializing in nursing home abuse should be contacted immediately. Mathur Law Offices has compassion for the elderly and the experience and skill to aggressively deal with perpetrators of elder abuse. The law is on the side of the victim and it is vitally necessary to correct such injustices and prevent further harm to our venerable elderly.

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