Financial Elder Abuse

Protecting Seniors from Financial Exploitation

At Boesch Law Group, we provide experienced legal representation for victims of financial elder abuse in California. With the highest rate of elder financial abuse in the nation, California seniors are at increasing risk—especially from those they trust most. If you believe a loved one is being exploited, our legal team is here to help you take swift and effective action.

What Is Financial Elder Abuse?

Financial elder abuse occurs when someone wrongfully uses or controls a senior’s money, property, or assets for personal gain. This abuse is often committed by family members, caregivers, or individuals in positions of trust—and it frequently goes unnoticed until significant harm has been done.

Key Statistics:

• Over 660,000 new cases of elder abuse occur in California each year.

• A study by Adult Protective Services in Los Angeles County found that 26% of elderly clients reported financial exploitation.

Common Forms of Elder Financial Abuse

Financial abuse can take many forms, including:

• Misuse of bank accounts, pensions, or Social Security

• Forged checks or pressured signatures

• Transfers of property or money under undue influence

• Unauthorized use of credit or debit cards

• Large withdrawals or unusual account activity

• Adding names to deeds or accounts without consent

• “Gifting” of property or cash under coercion

Signs of Financial Elder Abuse

Be on alert for these red flags:

• Unexplained changes in banking or spending

• Missing cash, valuables, or legal documents

• Sudden changes to wills, trusts, or powers of attorney

• New acquaintances or relatives taking control

• Legal documents signed without witnesses or capacity

• Large gifts, loans, or purchases out of character for the elder

If you’ve noticed any of these warning signs, it’s critical to consult a financial elder abuse lawyer immediately.

Legal Help for Victims of Elder Financial Abuse

California’s elder abuse laws are designed to protect vulnerable adults and hold abusers accountable. Our attorneys work to:

• Recover stolen or misappropriated assets

• Reverse fraudulent transfers or property changes

• Obtain restraining orders and injunctive relief

• Seek attorney’s fees and punitive damages

• Represent conservators, trustees, and heirs when appropriate

Who Can File a Financial Elder Abuse Claim?

A claim can be filed by:

• The elder themselves

• A court-appointed conservator or guardian

• A trustee or power of attorney

• A personal representative of a deceased elder’s estate

• Any interested party (heir, spouse, child, or beneficiary)

If the suspected abuser is a legal representative or family member, California law still allows others to step in and pursue justice.

Why Choose Boesch Law Group?

With decades of experience and a track record of success in elder financial abuse litigation, the attorneys at Boesch Law Group have:

• Recovered millions in damages for victims

• Successfully prosecuted and defended complex financial abuse cases

• Represented families, conservators, and estate administrators

• Provided cost-effective solutions for smaller-value cases

Schedule a Consultation

If you suspect that you or a loved one is a victim of financial elder abuse in California, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the better your chances of recovering stolen assets and protecting your rights.

Contact Boesch Law Group today for a confidential consultation with a trusted California elder abuse attorney.

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