Elder Fraud: Financial Exploitation of Seniors in California
Elder fraud involves the financial exploitation of the elderly and senior citizens. Often, they are preyed upon by people they trust — family members, friends and caregivers. The attorneys at Anderlini, Finkelstein, Emerick & Smoot provide experienced representation and personalized service to elders who have been defrauded.
Have you or someone you know been a victim of elder fraud? A lawyer from Anderlini, Finkelstein, Emerick & Smoot can help. Call our firm today at 650-288-0297 or toll-free at 866-662-2185 to arrange your free consultation. You may also fill out a contact form and someone from our firm will be in touch with you promptly. From our office in San Mateo, we serve clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Combating elder fraud and protecting the rights of senior citizens
Our firm has the resources and knowledge to effectively handle elder fraud. We subpoena bank records, obtain medical records and work with Adult Protective Services. We also stay current on literature related to the elderly, including studies examining why certain people are more susceptible to fraud than others. We often work with elder experts in psychology and forensic accountants.
Our firm provides comprehensive help, addressing the various issues and the many ways elderly people can fall victim to fraud. We are experienced with issues related to the following:
- Credit card scams
- Life insurance scams
- Housing scams
- Identity theft
- Real estate transfers
- Bank accounts
An elderly person may trust a friend, relative, caregiver or even a complete stranger. Dishonest people take advantage of this trust and can cause serious harm to a person’s finances, credit rating and well-being. Contact our firm today if you or someone you love has been financially exploited.
