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Located in Marin County, Corte Madera is home to about 9,100 people. Corte Madera is located north of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. It is well known for its production of lumber, which contributed to the building of San Francisco. Corte Madera has a twin city, Larkspur, which is located nearby. The two cities share a Fourth of July celebration that attracts visitors from all over the Bay Area.

Elder abuse law addresses personal injury lawsuits involving senior citizens. The elderly are especially susceptible to abuse, physically, emotionally and financially. These victims may be reluctant to voice the abuse because often times, their abusers are their sole caretakers. Other times, victims are physically unable to tell someone about the abuse, like in cases of strokes or other paralyzing health issues. If you or someone you know is a victim of elder abuse, then you should contact the law firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away for a free consultation of your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to learn about your rights. You can go to www.alawpro.com to read more about elder abuse law.

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There are many different court systems in the United States. One of the main differences is whether the court is located in the federal or the state system. A large percentage of lawsuits and criminal cases are located in the state system, but the federal system deals with a large number of cases as well. The case may end up in federal court if the parties are located in different states, if the injury occurred across state lines, or if federal laws were broken. These are only a few of the possibilities in reaching a conclusion on which court system a case should be in.

Within the state system, there are several different types of courts—civil, criminal, family, probate and juvenile. There may also be municipal or administrative courts that deal with citations or smaller issues. Probate court handles legal issues after people have passed away, for example, wills and trusts. Juvenile courts deal with minors and their criminal or abuse issues. Criminal courts address criminal matters, both misdemeanor and felony types. Civil court is one of the largest divisions, and handles cases ranging from personal injury to contractual disputes to constitutional violations. These cases may be decided by a jury or just a judge. The parties in civil cases are usually two private parties and sometimes involve a government entity (like in constitutional violation cases).

Filing a lawsuit in a civil court can be incredibly daunting because of the different rules and paperwork that is involved. Hiring an attorney to be on your side may be your best chance at success. Experienced attorneys will know deadlines to filing documents, the court process and how to gather evidence. The lawyers of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have over 50 years of combined experience and may be able to help you in your personal injury case. We handle different types of personal injury claims, including car accidents, wrongful death and elder abuse. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation of your case. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com, where you can read profiles on our attorneys and information about the different types of lawsuits that we handle.

Do you want to learn more about civil and criminal courts? Then go to Part 2: LOS GATOS DRIVER ARRESTED FOR DEATH OF BICYCLIST, AND COULD BE RESPONSIBLE TO FAMILY OF VICTIM IN CIVIL CASE (Part 2 of 2)

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Elder abuse can take many forms—physical, mental, financial and sexual. Many of the senior citizens who are victims of elder abuse may not speak out about their abuse because their abusers are their sole caretakers, or are unable to speak out because of their physical conditions, such as Alzheimer’s or stroke patients. Others just may not be aware that they are being abused and do not realize that they have a legal cause of action for their injuries. Do you believe that you are being abused, or believe that a loved one is being abused? Then you should contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP law firm to get a free consultation right away—we can be reached at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

A jury in Ventura County, California awarded $7.75 to Maria Arellano and her family on Friday, December 11, 2009 for an elder abuse cause of action. The lawsuit involved a videotape of Arellano being abused by an employee of the Fillmore Convalescent Center, Monica Garcia. Garcia pleaded no contest to simple battery and was attributed with 20% of the lawsuit damages. Arellano was a stroke patient who was unable to communicate her abuse; however, despite the lawsuit, she is still under the care of the same convalescent center. The family was awarded $2.75 million in actual damages and $5 million in punitive damages.

The damages of this case were divided between the center (40%), the owner, Eduard Gonzalez (40%) and Garcia. During the lawsuit, the Arellano family met another stroke victim, Daniel Sanchez, who lived across the hall and who may have also been abused. Sanchez’s family has also filed an elder abuse lawsuit on his behalf. Do you suspect that a loved one is being abused? If so, then you need to call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation of your case. We may not be able to bring your loved ones back, or undo an injury, but we can help you obtain compensation for those injuries. You can contact us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Visit www.alawpro.com to read more information on elder abuse and read profiles on our attorneys.

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Located in the San Francisco Peninsula and part of Santa Clara County, Los Altos is populated with 27,693 people. The city was originally an agricultural town, but has now become one of the most affluent communities in the United States. The busiest roads in Los Altos are Foothill Expressway and El Camino Real, which cater to the city’s business and commercial needs. Interestingly, business and commercial zones are limited only to that area—the rest of the city is residential zone only.

Los Altos has grown significantly in the last few decades and continues to flourish as one of the Bay Area’s prime areas to live. Do you need a personal injury attorney in Los Altos because of an injury that you suffered? Then you should give the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP a call for a free consultation of your case. Our firm covers various forms of personal injury law, including, but not limited to, car accidents, wrongful death claims, elder abuse and slip and fall accidents. So pick up the phone and call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to a knowledgeable attorney about your case. Or, you can check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about our firm.

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Elder abuse in the United States has become a significant problem. Many senior citizens are being injured physically, emotionally and financially by their caretakers and/or family members, and the cases are not being reported to officials. The elderly may refrain from reporting the abuse because they are afraid that they will have no one to care for them if their abusers are prosecuted for the abuse and taken away. There are also other cases in which the senior citizens do not even recognize that they are being abused, and therefore do not report it as being a crime. If you know a senior citizen who has been abused, or you have been the victim of elder abuse, then call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

Elder abuse can come in many forms, including financial, physical, sexual and emotional. Some of these forms of abuse will likely not leave a physical mark on the senior citizen, and therefore would be hard to identify by a third party. On September 29, 2009, Brian and Jon Carter were arrested for the elder abuse of their mother. One of the sons brought the woman to a hospital where the staff suspected elder abuse and contacted the authorities. The woman had open sores, bite marks and scratches on her body; after a search of her home, officers found two ferrets, which likely caused the bites and scratches. The two men were booked on felony charges of elderly abuse likely to produce great bodily harm.

It may be scary for you to report that your caretaker or family member has been abusing you, but there are people and resources that can help you through this tough time. The legal team at Greenberg & Rudman LLP is experienced in elder abuse cases and can help you represent your rights. Pick up the phone and call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation of your case. You can also read more about our attorneys and elder abuse law on our website, www.alawpro.com.

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Well-known for its strawberries and other fruit, Watsonville is part of Santa Cruz County. It is located near Salinas, Monterey and Santa Cruz and has a population of 51,703 people. There are several major fruit companies headquartered in Watsonville, including Driscoll’s Strawberries, Dole strawberry operations and Martinelli’s, the producer of the well known sparkling apple cider. Although Watsonville is located near the Silicon Valley, it is considered to be an escape because of its proximity to the Monterey Bay Sanctuary and the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Personal injury lawsuits can range from motorcycle accidents to dog bites to elder abuse. If you or a loved one has been involved in some kind of accident, and has been injured but not sure how to proceed, you need to call the experienced attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away. Please contact us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. Please visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on the different types of personal injury lawsuits and how we can help.

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Because it is hard to pinpoint exactly what elder abuse is, and since many cases go unreported, it is hard to estimate the number of people suffering from elder abuse. However, the National Center on Elder Abuse has predicted that between one and two million Americans over the age of 65 have been injured as a result of elder abuse. Only about one in 14 cases of elder abuse actually come to the attention of authorities. Even less frequently reported are cases of financial abuse, which only come to the attention of authorities in one in 25 cases. If you are a senior citizen being abused by a caretaker or family member, and have nowhere else to turn, call Greenberg & Rudman LLP to protect your rights at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

For every case elder abuse and neglect that is reported to authorities, there are approximately five more that go unreported. In 1996, there were approximately 450,000 adults over the age of 60 who were abused and/or neglected in a domestic setting. Between 1986 and 1996, there was a steady increase in the reporting of elder abuse in America. There were 117,000 reports in 1986 but 294,000 in 1996—that is a 150% increase. The majority of elder abuse victims are female but there is not much difference in the percentage of male and female abusers. The most common group of abusers is adult children, followed with other family members and then spouses.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of elder abuse in California, please seek the assistance and advice of an experienced attorney. Elder abuse can come in different forms, and even though it may not be obvious that it is abuse, it may still be causing injury to you, and may legally be constituted as elder abuse. At the law offices of Greenberg & Rudman, we have over 50 years combined experience in seeking justice for the injured. Call us toll free at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation of your case. Or, you can go to www.alawpro.com to read more on the different forms of elder abuse.

Want to know more about the different types of elder abuse and the injuries that may occur? Then go to Part 1: ELDER ABUSE MAY BE FINANCIAL, EMOTIONAL OR PHYSICAL ABUSE—CALL EXPERIENCED PINOLE, CALIFORNIA PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS FOR FREE CONSULTATION (Part 1 of 2)

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Many Americans are not aware that there is a form of abuse targeted at senior citizens, much less the different kinds of abuse that elder abuse includes. Some families do not realize that their elderly family members are being abused until it is too late. Often times the senior citizens are being abused by those people close to them, whether it is caretakers or even family members themselves. Senior citizens are reluctant to report these abusers because their everyday care and future depends on these individuals. Those being abused might feel as though the abuser is the only person left to care for them and may be willing to endure the abuse. If you have been abused by a family member or a caretaker, call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) —we may be able to help.

There are several different types of elder abuse, including physical, emotional and financial. Physical elder abuse includes using physical force to intimidate the person, but may also include things like withholding meals or basic human needs. Emotional abuse may involve the abuser using words to threaten the abused. Financial abuse occurs when the abuser somehow controls the senior citizen’s finances and uses the money to his own benefit. Even though financial and emotional abuse might not leave a mark physically, all of these forms of abuse can be detrimental to the senior citizen’s well being.

Those abusing the elderly citizens may be nursing home facilities, independent caretakers or family members. Those who were abused do not have to stand by and watch the wrongdoers go unpunished—there are legal remedies available for victims of elder abuse. The attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have had over 50 years of combined experience, including elder abuse lawsuits. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. You are not alone. Please visit our website, www.alawpro.com, for more information on elder abuse and to read more about our attorneys.

Would you like to know more about elder abuse? Then go to Part 2: MILLIONS OF SENIOR CITIZENS ENDURE ELDER ABUSE—LEARN HOW TO STOP IT AND HOW TO BE COMPENSATED FOR YOUR INJURIES FROM OAKLAND ELDER ABUSE LAW FIRM (Part 2 of 2)

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Located east of the San Francisco Bay, Walnut Creek is in Contra Costa County and has a population of 65,384 people. Walnut Creek has many arts and culture centers, like the California Symphony, Center Repertory Company, Clay Arts Guild and Civic Arts Program. Walnut Creek is serviced by its own BART station and is within driving distance to San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley.

Have you or a family member been injured in Walnut Creek? If so, you should contact the law firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation on your case. We handle personal injury cases ranging from motorcycle accidents to wrongful death cases to elder abuse. Please call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation of your case. We have won over $150 million in verdicts and settlements and are here to help our clients. Our website, www.alawpro.com, can provide you with more information on the different areas of law that we practice.

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Located in Marin County, San Rafael has a population of 55,649 people. The city of San Rafael used to be home to the Coast Miwok Native Americans. San Rafael became famous in the 1970s for being the home of Lucasfilm, George Lucas’ production company which introduced Star Wars and Indiana Jones. The presence of Lucasfilm has also attracted many video game developers, including Telltale Games, Visual Concepts and Stromfront Studios.

Personal injury lawsuits may encompass a large number of different injuries and incidents. Some of these injuries include back and neck injuries from a motor vehicle accident, or burn injuries from hot water, and even physical and mental injuries from elder abuse. If you have suffered any of these injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence, then you should contact the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Please go to our website www.alawpro.com for more information on these topics and other areas of law that we cover.

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Known as the area to establish the first vineyard, Yountville is named after founder George Calvert Yount. It is located in Napa County and has a population of 2,916 residents. Yountville is located along Highway 29 and is within driving distance to Rohnert Park, Vallejo and Novato. Yountville attracts tourists all over the world with its renowned wineries and fine restaurants. Some notable attractions in the city include the Lincoln Theatre, Thomas Keller’s French Laundry restaurant and the Domaine Chandon winery.

The legal team at Greenberg & Rudman LLP handles personal injury cases, ranging from bus accidents to elder abuse to burn injuries. We are here to help you fight for your rights. We represent people who have been seriously injured as well as the families of those who have been killed under wrongful death circumstances. Don’t be fooled by other firms who sign up your case but are not prepared to fight for you and take your case to trial. Give us a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. Visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on our law firm and the different areas of law that we cover.

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Many people may not understand the seriousness or the vast occurrence of elder abuse, but it is a very serious form of physical, emotional and financial abuse. Many elderly people entrust their financial information or their lives to family members or close friends, and may not even be aware that they are being abused. Because there are many elderly people who have no one to care for them, it is difficult for them to recognize the abuse. Once they recognize the abuse, and attempt to cut off the abuser, then they may not have anyone left to care for them. Unfortunately, many cases of elder abuse are never reported until it is too late. If you know an elderly person who has been abused by a caretaker, family member or friend, you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP for legal help immediately at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

On May 21, 2009, Galen Fisher of Carmel Valley was arrested on suspicion of abusing his mother and keeping her in his home against her will. Fisher’s mother was able to escape the home and notify authorities that her son was threatening her with a pistol, and physically abused her by slapping and punching her. The abuse had escalated in the few days before Fisher’s mother escaped. Fisher was arrested and charged with elder abuse, false imprisonment, criminal threats, brandishing a weapon and possession of a concealed weapon.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of elder abuse in California, please seek assistance and advice of an experienced attorney. Although the government may charge the abusers with elder abuse as a crime, victims may also be able to obtain compensation through civil court. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined experience in seeking justice for the injured. Call us toll free at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation with one of our attorneys. Elder abuse is serious and can harm the elderly and their families tremendously, so be sure to seek out help when you need it. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about the different types of abuse, and the risk factors of elder abuse.

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Elder abuse comes in many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual and financial, and has been on the rise. Last year, San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris developed the San Francisco Elder Abuse Forensic Center, a new partnership with San Francisco Police Department and the Department of Aging and Adult Services. Elderly citizens might be more susceptible to abuse because their care might be limited to a certain number of people. Some abuse occurs because the senior citizen may suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or another mentally or physically debilitating illness. The most common group of abusers is the victim’s family members, particularly adult children.

A San Francisco woman appeared in court on February 20, 2009 on 13 felony counts, including theft from an elder, for scamming two elderly men out of $50,000 over the last few months. In October, 2008, Teresa Barron told a 77 year old man that she had cancer and did not have health insurance, and needed help with her interior design business. The man gave her $37,000 over a ten day period. In February, Ms. Barron told an 83 year old man the same story and scammed $10,000 over a one week period. Authorities caught her after she tried to take another $4,000 from the elderly man. Ms. Barron is currently held on $500,000 bail.

It may be difficult to identify if a senior citizen is being abused, and it may be even harder for a senior citizen to reach out for help. However, if you or a family member has been abused, you should call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP as soon as possible. It is best to have an experienced attorney at your side in this terrible time. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free and confidential consultation. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to learn more about elder abuse.

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Elder abuse is a growing concern in American society because of the abuser’s ability to keep the abuse a secret and the possible unwillingness of the victim to report the crime. Elder abuse cases can be physical, mental or financial. In many of these cases, the elderly are abused by their family members, friends or caretakers who are in control of many aspects of their lives. Abusers may be able to get away with these crimes because the victims may blame themselves, or may not even be aware of the abuse. For example, victims who are confined to a wheelchair may be reluctant to report any kind of abuse by their caretakers if they are solely dependent on that other person in order to survive.

Malcom McVickar Jr., a Tiburon resident, pled guilty on Friday in Marin County to grant theft by embezzlement, theft from an elder and commercial burglary. It is reported that he stole more than $200,000 from his 92 year old father, and six other victims. Mr. McVickar reportedly tried to scam an 84 year old woman out of $450,000 by telling her that he needed it to pay for his sick father’s care and would repay her almost double the amount. An accomplice of Mr. McVickar’s pleaded guilty to helping him cash in checks. Mr. McVickar has agreed to serve up to nine years in jail as part of his plea bargain.

If you believe that you or a family member is a victim of elder abuse, contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP as soon as possible. Our attorneys can help you determine what to do next, and tell you about your rights; call us now for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to find out more information on elder abuse and the different forms that it takes.

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Elder abuse is the knowing or unknowing mistreatment of an older, dependent adult. It may be hard to spot as many of these cases occur with family members or close friends who are taking care of the elderly adult. Abuse can occur physically, mentally or financially. Many older people might be more susceptible to abuse because they may have a fading memory, or are more willing to trust those caring for them, and may even be unaware, or fail to recognize that they are being abused.

On Friday, December 19, 2008, officials in San Francisco have warned that elder abuse cases are on the rise, not only in the number of cases, but in their severity as well. There were two separate cases that occurred recently in which women in their 80s and 90s were defrauded out of more than $100,000 each. San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris has attributed the rise in such crimes to the hard economic times, and the stress of the holiday season. The Department of Aging and Adult Services received 4,470 reports of elder abuse in 2007 alone. Many of these elder abuse cases arise from financial schemes, such as Ponzi schemes, or annuity scams (for example, reverse mortgages).

If you suspect that an elderly family member has been physically, mentally or financially abused by someone, then please call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for an immediate and free consultation. Many times, elder abuse cases are silent and unreported. So, help those in need who are seeking justice against those wrongdoers. Visit our website at www.alawpro.com and read more about the areas of law that our attorneys cover.

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Financial elder abuse appears to be a terrible new San Francisco trend. As blogged earlier, a Chinatown area travel agent is on trial for duping senior citizens out of thousands of dollars. Now a threesome of scammers allegedly preying on the elderly has been caught by one of their potential victims. Three LA men have been arrested in conjunction with posing as professionals to gain access into homes of seniors and then robbing them. Have you or a loved one been the victim of elder abuse in the Bay Area? Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free now.

The trip of scam artists allegedly targeted Chinese seniors by dressing up as water company employees. They would enter the homes and distract the residents while going through the place for valuables. In their last attempt, a woman had just been watching a warning report about the men when they knocked on her door. She closed the door upon seeing them and called the police. Elder abuse can come in many forms. Victims can be at home or in a nursing or residential facility. Abusers may betray the trust or take advantage of older adults through neglect, deceit or violence. Elder abuse is not always easy to spot, but if you believe you are or know a victim, please seek help.

If you believe you or a loved one has been the victim of an elder abuse scam, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). We have more than 50 years combined legal experience, and we offer a free and confidential consultation when you call us. Let us help you in your time of need. Please call now.

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San Leandro, CA has more than 80,000 residents, all of whom can appreciate its temperate weather and moderate growth. That's why so many San Leandro natives have chosen to stay in the Alameda County town. The result is a large and increasing elderly population. Many of those who came to San Leandro in the 50's are growing old here too, and seniors are often the victim of various forms of elder abuse. Additionally, a slip or fall for an elderly person can have severe and devastating consequences. If you suspect you or a loved one are the victim of elder abuse, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

Elder abuse is a disturbing and growing trend, especially as the number of senior citizens increases in most Bay Area regions. In areas such as San Leandro, where a large senior population resides, elders can be targeted by people looking to take advantage of them. Check out our recent blog about a travel agent who was targeting seniors' savings. Elder abuse has numerous forms including physical, emotional, financial mistreatment. Receiving poor or neglectful care at a home or nursing facility can constitute elder abuse, where neglectful situations can lead to severe injury or death. To learn more visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Believe you or someone close to you is the victim of elder abuse in San Leandro? Then get the help of a Law Team who can help. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years combined experience in successfully fighting cases for the injured and wronged. Let us help you in your time of need by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential interview with a lawyer. Please contact us now.

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Elder abuse can take many forms, including domestic elder abuse, institutional abuse and self-neglect. Domestic elder abuse occurs in the home of the victim or the caregiver, and the abuser most commonly in these situations are a family member, friend or paid caregiver. Institutional abuse occurs in a nursing home or other such assisted living facility. Lastly, there is self neglect in which the elderly person’s own actions endanger his/her life, such as depriving oneself of food and water. However, this last category of self neglect is not a crime. Institutional abuse was the basis of a recent lawsuit filed in Alameda County.

A Northern California resident filed a civil lawsuit against the High Street Care Center for elder abuse on Monday, November 3, 2008. The patient, Grover Brown, suffered from paraplegia and multiple sclerosis. The lawsuit filed on behalf of Mr. Brown alleged that the nursing home neglected to protect him from bed sores, and as a result, it led to such severe infection of his bone and bone marrow that he had to have his coccyx removed. Although Mr. Brown is only 39 years old, he is protected under the California Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. This Act protects the elderly and dependent adults from willful actions of their caretakers.

Elder abuse may be hard to spot, but if you suspect that you or someone you know has been a victim of elder abuse, we may be able to help you. The law firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP will advance all costs and expenses related to your case, and we only collect fees if we win your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to talk to one of our elder abuse attorneys. To find out more about elder abuse, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

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A woman has been arrested and charged with elder abuse and fraud for taking money from seniors. The Chinatown case involves over 130 mostly elderly victims and 80 cases totaling nearly $200,000. In the scam, the travel agent took money for trips, reservations and tour packages to China for senior clients, but while providing a receipt, she never actually booked plane tickets or made reservations or arrangements. The woman has been charged with elder abuse, fraud and multiple other counts. Do you believe someone you know is the victim of elder abuse in the San Francisco area? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

Financial scams are one of the many forms of elder abuse rampant in California – to learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com now. Travel agents, insurance agents, mechanics, home repairmen and telemarketers can be potential abusers, taking advantage of the elderly and their trust. In this travel agent fraud scam, the alleged abuser took money and even printed fake e-tickets for travel. Not only did the victims lose their money, some missed family events they were hoping to attend in China and many were devastated at losing their savings and not being able to make a trip “back home.”

Have you or a loved one been subjected to elder abuse in the Bay Area? Then please get the help of a Law Team with care and experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined legal experience. Contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.

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San Mateo County's ombudsman program for elder abuse lost 20% of its budget due to Governor Schwarzenegger's state service cuts. The ombudsman program investigates claims of elder abuse in the area, servicing about 500 elder-care facilities and over 9,000 senior citizens. The program receives thousands of complains and more than 300 complaints involve elder abuse annually. To learn more about elder abuse and elder rights, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

The ombudsman program is considered to be vital in preserving senior health and rights on the Peninsula. In addition to investigating complaints, the program also performs random inspections of elder service facilities and old age homes. Elder abuse can come in many forms: physical, psychological, sexual, and financial. Sadly, the elderly population is often one that is overlooked and under cared for. Abusers can be family members, friends, health care professionals, or cons attempting to take advantage of seniors.

If you believe you or someone close to you has been the victim of elder abuse in Northern California, please get seek legal immediately. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined experience. Let us help you in this time of uncertainty and need. Call us toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a private consultation with a lawyer at no cost. Help is a phone call away.

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