Protecting Elderly Victims of Greed
Financial elder abuse is the illegal or unethical exploitation and/or use of an elder’s funds, property, or other assets. It includes misuse of an elder’s personal checks, credit cards, or accounts; stealing cash, income checks, or household goods; forging their signature; engaging in identity theft. Our financial elder abuse attorneys help you fight back.
How We Help Families and Victims Fight Financial Elder Abuse
Gokal Law Group can protect vulnerable seniors from abuse, help families and fiduciaries protect what’s rightfully theirs, and hold abusers accountable.
Strategy
We begin by listening carefully. Whether you’re a concerned family member or a fiduciary, we’ll evaluate the facts of your case and develop a strategy that prioritizes asset protection, recovery, and accountability. Our team will then assess patterns of financial misconduct to clarify your legal options.
Discovery
We conduct a thorough investigation into the suspected abuse, which includes reviewing financial records and other documents, interviewing expert and non-expert witnesses, and collaborating with forensic accountants if necessary. Our goal is to uncover unauthorized transactions, coercion, or fraud so that we can build a clear picture of what happened.
Mediation & Settlement
Whenever possible, we resolve financial elder abuse cases without prolonged court battles. We advocate on your behalf and on that of the victimized senior during mediation, ensuring your concerns are heard, and that any agreement protects the elder’s assets and well-being. We’ll never let your case be sidelined.
Trial
Sometimes, mediation is not an option, and litigation is unavoidable. In these situations, we are ready to take the matter to court using the evidence we’ve gathered. Our attorneys present a focused and forceful case with a clear narrative, seeking restitution, removal of bad actors, and the legal protection of the elder’s remaining assets.
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Protecting Seniors from Financial Exploitation
Common scams that target the elderly include random prize announcements which require credit card information, phony charities, and investment schemes. Unfortunately, elder abuse is most often carried out by those close to the victim, such as children, primary caretakers, and other family members.
Signs of Financial Elder Abuse:
- Significant withdrawals from accounts
- Sudden changes in financial condition
- Items or cash missing from the household
- Suspicious changes in wills, power of attorney, titles, and policies
- Addition of names to the elder’s signature card
- Unnecessary services, goods, or subscriptions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is trust litigation for nonprofits?
Nonprofit trust litigation refers to situations in which a nonprofit organization has been made the beneficiary of an estate and is due to receive a bequeathment or endowment; however, there are other parties who dispute the trust and spur legal proceedings. In some cases, these disputes are solved in mediation between the beneficiaries, but sometimes they go before a court.
What is our risk if we don’t hire lawyers?
If you don’t work with a lawyer who specializes in nonprofit trust litigation, you may risk losing some or all of the bequeathment that’s been left for you. Furthermore, trust administration may be a complicated process, especially when estate disputes erupt, and without experienced legal representatives you may be at a serious disadvantage in court proceedings.
How can we justify the expense of litigation? We’re not a billion-dollar nonprofit.
Gokal Law Group offers a free consultation with one of our attorneys to determine if nonprofit trust litigation makes sense for you. After reviewing your case and discussing your financial circumstances, we will advise you on next steps to achieve the best possible outcome for your situation.
At what point should we get a legal team involved in the process?
You should hire legal counsel as soon as you’ve been informed that your non-profit will be a beneficiary of a trust or will. nonprofit trust attorneys will make sure that your organization is represented in all crucial proceedings and that the estate is being fairly administered.
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