Elder Abuse: Mandatory Reporters

I’m Scott Kuboff an attorney and patient advocate with the law firm of Ibold & O'Brien. I help my clients recover money for their injuries, harms, and losses caused by the carelessness of others.

Let's talk today about elder abuse and how to identify the signs of elder abuse so we can put an end to it.

Let's talk a little bit more about who those professionals are:

1)      Attorneys

2)      Doctors, dentists, and nurses

3)      Employees of hospitals and nursing homes

4)      Home health agency employees

5)      Counselors and social workers

6)      Members of the clergy

If you are one of those professionals, please know that if you provide testimony in any administrative or judicial proceeding, you are immune from civil liability unless you acted with bad faith or malicious purpose. You're also immune from criminal liability unless you committed perjury.

If you have questions about elder abuse or personal injury claims please contact Scott for a no cost, no obligation consultation and case evaluation.

Elder Abuse: Signs of Neglect and Self-Abuse

I’m Scott Kuboff an attorney and patient advocate with the law firm of Ibold & O'Brien. I help my clients recover money for their injuries, harms, and losses caused by the carelessness of others.

Let's talk today about elder abuse and how to identify the signs of elder abuse so we can put an end to it.

These are signs of neglect and self-abuse:

Social:

  1. Being left alone for long periods of time including self-isolation

  2. No friends or family around

Nutrition:

  1. No meals or eats unhealthy foods

  2. Excessive weight fluctuation

  3. Dehydration

Hygiene:

  1. Soiled clothes or linens

  2. Disheveled appearance

  3. Body odor

  4. Living spaces are dirty, cluttered and in disrepair

Financial:

  1. Bills are unpaid

  2. Utility shutoffs

  3. Money is missing

If you have questions about elder abuse or personal injury claims please contact Scott for a no cost, no obligation consultation and case evaluation.

Elder Abuse: Signs of Emotional Abuse

I’m Scott Kuboff an attorney and patient advocate with the law firm of Ibold & O'Brien. I help my clients recover money for their injuries, harms, and losses caused by the carelessness of others.

Let's talk today about elder abuse and how to identify the signs of elder abuse so we can put an end to it

These are the common signs of emotional abuse:

1)      They're withdrawn, trembling, or anxious

2)      They’re unwilling or hesitant to speak openly

3)      They cannot see visitors without their caregiver being present

4)      They seek their caregiver’s approval before making decisions

5)      They are afraid of retaliation from a caregiver or other person

6)      They are told “you don't know what you're talking about” or “you're losing your mind”

If you have questions about elder abuse or personal injury claims please contact Scott for a no cost, no obligation consultation and case evaluation.

Elder Abuse: Signs of Physical Abuse

I’m Scott Kuboff an attorney and patient advocate with the law firm of Ibold & O'Brien. I help my clients recover money for their injuries, harms, and losses caused by the carelessness of others.

Let's talk today about elder abuse and how to identify the signs of elder abuse so we can put an end to it.

Here are common physical signs of elder abuse:

1)      They are never seen outside the house or the mailbox is full

2)      Sudden weight loss or deterioration in health

3)      Decline in, or otherwise, poor hygiene

4)      Shrinks back if approached or otherwise scared and uneasy

5)      Over or under medicating

6)      Unexplained bruises, cuts, wounds, welts, burns, or blood

If you have questions about elder abuse or personal injury claims please contact Scott for a no cost, no obligation consultation and case evaluation.