San Jose Nursing Home Financial Exploitation Lawyer

When families entrust their elderly loved ones to nursing homes, they expect them to be treated with care, respect, and dignity. Sadly, financial abuse is one of the most insidious and underreported forms of elder abuse affecting senior citizens in nursing homes across San Jose. If your loved one has suffered financial exploitation in a care facility, Greenberg Gross LLP is here to help. Our elder abuse attorneys provide compassionate legal representation to help victims recover financial compensation and hold abusers accountable.

Fighting Financial Elder Abuse in San Jose

Financial elder abuse is often committed by those in positions of trust—nursing home employees, care providers, or even other residents. It involves the unauthorized or improper use of an elderly individual’s finances, assets, or property. These acts may include:

  • Stealing money, credit cards, or valuables
  • Forging signatures or documents
  • Deceptive tactics to gain access to accounts
  • Convincing seniors to sign over assets
  • Exploiting a fiduciary duty for personal gain

In Santa Clara County and throughout Northern California, Greenberg Gross LLP fights to protect elderly individuals from such abuse and neglect. Our legal team offers a free consultation to discuss your legal options and begin the path to justice.

Understanding the Scope of Financial Abuse in Nursing Homes

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities should be places of safety, yet many elder abuse cases involve financial manipulation and theft. Financial abuse may accompany other forms of mistreatment, such as:

The signs of elder financial abuse may be subtle at first. Family members may notice unusual bank activity, missing property, or unexplained changes in financial matters. Suspect elder abuse if you observe:

Our experienced attorneys know how to gather evidence, investigate claims, and take legal action to protect your loved one’s assets and well-being.

Legal Rights and Recourse for Financial Exploitation

Under California law, nursing homes have a legal obligation to prevent abuse and neglect, including financial exploitation. When a facility fails in this duty, the responsible party can be held accountable through a civil claim or, in some cases, criminal charges.

Greenberg Gross LLP helps victims and their families pursue compensation through civil lawsuits. We handle every aspect of the legal process, from:

  • Documenting financial losses
  • Identifying the negligent party
  • Proving undue influence or deceptive tactics
  • Filing for punitive damages where appropriate

Our elder abuse lawyers in San Jose have successfully represented victims of physical and financial abuse, ensuring they receive justice and financial restitution.

Holding Nursing Homes Accountable

When financial exploitation occurs, it’s not just an individual who is at fault—nursing homes and their staff members must also be held accountable. The facility’s failure to protect residents from abuse is a breach of trust and responsibility.

Our legal team helps clients:

  • File lawsuits against abusive staff or facilities
  • Demand fair compensation and restitution
  • Pursue justice for financial and emotional harm
  • Bring attention to systemic issues in living facilities

Victims of elder abuse deserve justice. Greenberg Gross LLP stands with elderly loved ones and their families to fight back against abuse in all its forms.

Why Choose Greenberg Gross LLP

Our law firm has a long history of representing victims of elder abuse in San Jose, Silicon Valley, and throughout the Bay Area. We bring legal expertise, experience, and a survivor-centered approach to every case. We understand the trauma and betrayal that comes from financial elder abuse and provide a supportive environment for you and your loved ones.

We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

What to Do If You Suspect Elder Financial Abuse

If you suspect elder abuse in a nursing home or assisted living facility:

  1. Talk to your elderly loved one—gently ask about their financial well-being.
  2. Check for warning signs—look for missing items, changes in financial behavior, or unusual account activity.
  3. Report abuse—contact local authorities or Adult Protective Services.
  4. Contact an experienced attorney—Greenberg Gross LLP can help you gather crucial evidence and build a solid case.

Time is critical in such cases. A prompt legal response can prevent further abuse and protect your loved one’s financial future.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is financial elder abuse?

Financial elder abuse involves theft, fraud, or exploitation of an older adult’s assets by someone in a position of trust. It may occur through direct theft, coercion, or manipulation.

Can nursing homes be sued for financial exploitation?

Yes. If the facility or its staff failed to protect residents or was directly involved in the abuse, they can be held liable in a civil claim.

What compensation can victims receive?

Victims may be entitled to financial compensation for lost assets, emotional distress, and, in some cases, punitive damages. An attorney can help determine what your family may be owed.

How do I prove financial abuse?

Evidence may include bank statements, testimonies, surveillance footage, and documentation of the resident’s financial matters. Our legal team will conduct a thorough investigation to build your case.

How do I start the legal process?

Begin with a free consultation with Greenberg Gross LLP. We’ll evaluate your case, discuss your legal rights, and take the necessary steps to seek compensation and justice.

If your loved one has suffered financial exploitation or any form of abuse in a San Jose nursing home, Greenberg Gross LLP is ready to act. Let us help you hold the nursing home accountable and pursue justice on behalf of your family.