Santa Fe Elder Abuse Lawyer

Santa Fe Elder Abuse Attorney

Our nation’s elders deserve to be treated with dignity, care and respect. Unfortunately, all too often, seniors become victims of abuse and neglect. Their vulnerable state makes it easy for such mistreatment to go unnoticed for a time. However, when unexplained bruises or falls jeopardize a senior’s well-being, it is time to take action.

If you have an elderly parent, relative or loved one whom you suspect may be suffering abuse, contact Youngers Law in New Mexico. The firm has offices in Santa Fe and staff in Las Cruces, and its elder abuse attorney provides caring and competent representation for seniors and their families throughout the state. Attorney Joleen Youngers has decades of experience helping people like you.

Caring Representation for Victims of Abuse and Their Families

Ms. Youngers understands how difficult and frustrating it can be to face the reality that your loved one was mistreated. She and her staff will work hard to ensure that justice is done.

How Does Elder Abuse Happen?

Elder abuse is on the rise in nursing homes, senior living facilities and other care institutions across the country. Although anyone can be a perpetrator, such abuse often occurs at the hands of caretakers who are charged with the elder’s well-being. Overcrowded and understaffed facilities as well as inadequately trained staff can lead to unfortunate incidents of physical abuse.

Neglect is another form of abuse that can be just as harmful as physical abuse. It often leads to falls, bedsores and other complications that can worsen the victim’s already fragile medical state. Even a single fall due to neglect is inexcusable; any fall can have a drastic impact on your loved one’s long-term health and quality of life.

Do You Suspect Elder Abuse?

Far too many elderly people are victims of abuse and neglect. In fact, the problem has been recognized as a nationwide crisis. If you suspect that your vulnerable loved one has been abused in a nursing home or other care facility, then it’s important to know that you have options, and attorney Joleen K. Youngers can help.

Youngers Law stands strong as an advocate for those in need. Its attorney and her staff are passionate about protecting New Mexico’s elderly and vulnerable residents. For a free consultation, call 505-499-5224 or contact the firm online. Attorney Youngers and her team can help.

How Do You Know if Your Loved One is Suffering from Elder Neglect or Abuse?

Unfortunately, elder abuse comes in many forms and may be hard to spot. Typically, signs of neglect and abuse include:

• Bedsores and ulcers
• Unexplained bruises and scratches
• Reluctance to speak or diminished personality
• Unaccounted for and unauthorized expenditures

If you are concerned about your loved one, speaking with a lawyer can give you peace of mind. Call the firm for a free appointment.

Who Can You Hold Accountable for Elder Abuse?

In many cases, there are more people responsible for elder abuse and neglect than just a single perpetrator. If your loved one is in institutionalized care or assisted living, then the care facility may also be responsible. Neglect and abuse are often the results of poorly developed policy or the caregiving management’s failure to enforce policy. In that case, there are legal ways to hold the nursing home and the individual perpetrator accountable.

Know Your Options

You may be able to sue and obtain compensation for what your loved one has suffered. To discuss your case with an experienced attorney, please call the firm at 505-820-0108 or 575-541-8000 or complete the contact form. With offices in Santa and additional staff in Las Cruces, Youngers Law provides representation to individuals and families throughout New Mexico.

Providing the Personal Attention Your Case Deserves

When you turn to Youngers Law for help, you can find peace of mind knowing that Joleen Youngers will take your case seriously. She doesn’t simply churn out one case after another with little personal attention. On the contrary, as an attorney at a small firm, she will look closely at the unique circumstances of your case to maximize your recovery.

Contact a Santa Fe Nursing Home Neglect Attorney

To learn more about how Ms. Youngers and her staff can help, complete the contact form or call 505-820-0108 or 575-541-8000. The firm offers free consultations in elder abuse cases. And, because Ms. Youngers handles these cases on a contingent fee basis, you will not have to pay out-of-pocket costs upfront.The firm has staff in Las Cruces and an office in Santa Fe, and offers evening and weekend meetings by appointment.