Elder Abuse: Home Care Provider

Albuquerque Elder Abuse Lawyers

A slip and fall accident, an unexplained bruise, depression, anxiety – senior citizens are prone to a variety of physical and mental problems. However unexplained injuries or signs of emotional distress should not be passed off automatically as normal consequences of aging. It is important for friends and family of vulnerable adults to watch for and investigate possible elder abuse.

Lawyers at our Albuquerque firm have extensive experience in identifying elder abuse. by home healthcare providers, home care providers of supportive care, and family caretakers. If you are concerned that someone you know is being neglected, exploited, physically abused, or emotionally abused by a home care provider it is important to speak with an attorney and determine how to protect the senior.

If you are suspect elder abuse on the part of a home care provider or family member contact a professional today. One of our Albuquerque elder abuse lawyers will provide a free consultation and case evaluation.

How to Identify Elder Abuse and Neglect

Our attorneys will explain what measures you can take immediately. The victim of abuse may be intimidated and fearful of retaliation if he or she reports harassing or violent behavior. However New Mexico law allows the family to install a "granny cam" or audio-video monitoring equipment to record the actions of the caretaker. As your lawyers we will investigate the personnel records of the home healthcare or home care agency for evidence of failure to perform criminal background checks on care providers. We will examine the records of staff training and supervision (Medical, or custodial care is often provided by a certified nursing assistant (CAN) with only two days of training rather than a nurse practitioner.) and look for evidence that the required care plan has not been followed. We may call on psychological and medical experts to examine the patient and testify that the symptoms indicate elder abuse.

Branch Law Firm® is committed to helping the elder members of our society live with dignity. If you are concerned about the safety of someone you know please call 1-800-828-4529 or e-mail an Albuquerque elder abuse lawyer for a free consultation.