Why Failure to Report Elder Abuse a Crime

Southern California is growing older. From Los Angeles to Long Beach, Baby Boomers make up a significant portion of the area’s population. As boomers age, the demand for qualified caregivers and retirement communities continues to rise. While most of these facilities do their best to provide care for the elderly, there are many who engage… Continue reading Why Failure to Report Elder Abuse a Crime

Executive Director of Assisted Living Facility Arrested

On Friday July 21, 2017 a former executive director of an assisted living facility was arrested for involuntary manslaughter charges related to a dementia patient’s death from 2014. Gary Potts was the executive director of Meadow Lake Senior Living Facility until his arrest. A letter was sent to the families of the assisted living facility… Continue reading Executive Director of Assisted Living Facility Arrested

Elder abuse increasing in Los Angeles

Many attorneys in LA are aware of the increasing amount of physical, verbal, and financial abuse among California’s older population. These are real battles that the elderly, who already have little or no physical strength, are forced to fight on their own. Financial abuse and neglect are some of the most prevalent forms of abuse.… Continue reading Elder abuse increasing in Los Angeles

Signs of elder abuse you may not notice

When your loved one is in a nursing home, you want to make sure they are comfortable and well-taken care of. Unfortunately, many residents become victims of several different types of abuse. At JML Law, we fight for the rights of all clients in North Carolina, especially those who cannot defend themselves. Emotional abuse can… Continue reading Signs of elder abuse you may not notice