Alzheimer's and Dementia, Asset Protection, Elder Law

When the Indispensable Caregiver Is the Abuser

By Elder Care attorney Rick Law. Rick is the founder and Managing partner of the multi-generation law firm of Law Elder Law, and was selected as the top Elder Law attorney in Illinois for 2016 by Leading Lawyers Magazine. Linda Voirin, LSW, is the victims’ advocate for the Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Unit, Office of Joseph H. McMahon, Kane County (Illinois) state’s attorney. During a recent interview, she outlined the difficulty in prosecuting senior financial exploitation and elder-abuse cases. We spoke with Linda about being a victims’ advocate for over 10 years in the state’s attorney’s office. She deals specifically with seniors and persons with disabilities. Her is her description of her role as it relates to the whole team: “We have some attorneys who have been specifically trained in dealing with the issues of abuse and the needs of the elderly, as well as attorneys who are trained specifically for the crimes that are committed against the elderly, such as financial exploitation. In addition, there is the concept of aggravated theft or aggravated assault. So as a victims’ advocate, we are helping the elderly victim to understand, first of all, what’s happening in the court system, being in communication with them as to court dates, and what’s happening in meetings with the attorney. Often, if they have been victimized, it’s a sign that there are other areas in their life that need looking at. Maybe they were particularly sought out as a victim because of a weakness that they had. Maybe they need extra care. So we try to assess their situation and then get them tied into services. We don’t actually provide those services; rather, we make referrals.” Too many families needlessly lose everything they have.  Don’t let that be you.  If you need help building a fortress around your estate to protect it from creditors, predators, and the cost of chronic disease, give our office a call at 800-310-3100.  Your first consultation is absolutely free.  We’ll let you know what steps you need to take, right now, to protect yourself and your family.  Call now, because when you’re out of money, you’re out of options! Sincerely, Rick L. Law, Attorney, Estate Planner for Retirees. Rick has been named the #1 Illinois elder law estate planning attorney for the past 8 years in a row by Leading Lawyer Magazine. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, AARP Magazine, TheStreet.com, and numerous newspapers and articles. Rick is the lead attorney for Law Elder Law, LLP, focusing in Estate Planning, Guardianship, and Nursing Home Solutions. His goal is to give retirees an informed edge when it comes to dealing with an uncertain future.  Get flexible retirement strategies that work during good times and bad, plus information on how you can save your home and assets from being used to pay for long term care.  Call 800-310-3100 for your free consultation now!