California financial elder abuse lawyer

A recent article in the Sacramento Bee reported on an attorney in the northern California area who was charged with financial elder abuse. At the Walton Law Firm, we take elder financial abuse very seriously. As an Elder Justice Advocate, Randy Walton is committed to protecting older Americans from crimes such the ones that occurred recently in Sacramento. When looking for an elder lawyer to help with your legal issues, you should not need to worry whether you will be treated fairly. Contact our office today to learn more about our dedication to safeguarding elders in the San Diego area and throughout the state.

Scams Target Elderly Californians

According to the Bee article, in late August, authorities arrested Delbert Joe Modlin, 63, on charges of financial elder abuse, grand theft, and securities fraud. His release on bail conditioned that he agree not to practice law or see clients until the criminal proceedings ended. Modlin has been licensed to practice law in California since 1987.

Elder abuse and nursing home neglect are crimes that aren’t confined to physical or emotional abuse. In fact, every year many older Americans become victims of financial mistreatment. A recent article in the New York Times reports that the AARP has developed a new interactive online tool—a map of sorts—to prevent fraudulent practices that target the elderly. The tool is available to California seniors and older adults across the country.

Are you concerned that your elderly loved one has been the victim of financial elder abuse? It’s very important to contact an experienced elder law attorney as soon as possible. Elderly financial abuse can prevent Americans from living comfortably during old age, and even worse, fraudulent schemes can prevent older adults from being able to pay for nursing home care or other expensive treatments they might require. At the Walton Law Firm, we have significant experience handling many different types of elder abuse claims. An elder justice advocate at our firm can talk with you today.

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Sacramento Lawyer Charged with Elder Abuse

Online Map to Track Elder Financial Abuse

AARP’s Fraud Watch Network Map