Elder Negligence Lawyer Lane County
Protecting the Elderly and Disabled
Abuse of the elderly and disabled is a degrading and revolting act. When it occurs in Oregon, there are specific remedies for the victim.
At the Law Office of Robert A. Miller, in Eugene, Oregon, our lawyers represent the elderly and disabled who have been victims of neglect, investment fraud and other forms of abuse. If you or your loved one has been a victim of elder abuse, we offer a free initial consultation to explain your remedies and answer your questions.
What is Elder Abuse?
If you are financially or physically abused by another person or legal entity, and you over age 65 or disabled, you can file a claim for up to three times your economic and noneconomic damages against the party that injured you.
Elder abuse doesn't have to be intentional, it can also involve negligence. You can also seek compensation if the actions of the other party were so reckless or careless that they amounted to abuse.
What Are Examples of Elder Abuse?
- A financial advisor who uses a power of attorney to steal your money or use it improperly
- A trustee who spends trust fund money on himself or herself rather than using it for the benefit of the elderly or disabled person
- A caretaker who neglects or physically abuses an elderly or disabled person
- An investor who runs a Ponzi scheme that defrauds an elderly or disabled person
What Are Economic and Noneconomic Damages?
Economic damages include financial losses such as investment losses or stolen money.
Non-economic damages include intangible losses such as emotional distress, pain and suffering.
We Look Forward to the Opportunity to Meet You
Our attorneys are proud to handle elder abuse cases, which we see as helping some of the most vulnerable members of our society. To discuss your elder abuse case with one of our attorneys, call 541-359-4331 (866-272-0803 toll free) or contact us online. Our law office is located in Eugene, Oregon.
