Elder Abuse

Barr & Barr has always been on the cutting-edge of elder abuse litigation.  Elder abuse is the physical abuse or neglect of an elder (a person over the age of sixty-five) or dependent adult. Financial elder abuse – the wrongful taking or retention of the property of an elder – has become a societal epidemic.  Elder abuse is most often committed by a family member or caregiver; however, some of the most financially devastating abuse is committed by professional con men posing as trustees or financial advisors.  (For an Article on “white collar elder abusers,” please click here.)  As one of the first law firms in Northern California to specialize in this area, Barr & Barr has represented hundreds of victims of elder abuse and has obtained one of the largest elder abuse verdicts in Contra Costa County.  We have also defended health care providers and others accused of wrongful death and elder abuse.  Our attorneys are experts at evaluating all types of elder abuse cases for both plaintiffs and defendants.  If you or a loved one have been a victim of elder abuse, or if you have been accused of elder abuse, we invite you to call us for a free case evaluation.