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Elder financial abuse, one the most common types of elder abuse, is a growing concern in today\u2019s society. Elder abuse involves the single or repeated act or lack of appropriate actions that takes place in any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, causing serious harm to an elderly individual. Elder abuse can take many forms, including neglect, abandonment, sexual, psychological, physical, and financial.Elder abuse is often carried out by those closest to the victim, who can easily take advantage of an elder\u2019s vulnerability, trust, or cognitive decline. Proving financial elder abuse may also be complicated. It is best to immediately hire an experienced New Jersey financial elder abuse attorney immediately if you believe that your loved one is subject to abuse.Who Are the Perpetrators of Financial Elder Abuse?The perpetrators of financial elder abuse are individuals who have access to an older adult\u2019s financial resources. The perpetrators of this heinous acts are often those closest to the victims, including:Family membersCaregiversFriendsNeighborsStrangers with access to the victim\u2019s money of financial informationIn some cases, financial elder abuse can also be perpetrated at the hands of professionals, such as advisors and healthcare providers. This type of exploitation highlights the need for comprehensive safeguards and increased awareness within these industries.Signs of Financial Elder AbuseBelow are some key warning signs that may indicate your loved has become a victim of elder financial abuse:Money is missing from their financial accountsThere has been excessive cash withdrawals or use of their credit cardsThere are missed or forged checksYour elder loved one does not have adequate food or basic necessities in their homeProperty or valuable are missing from their homeThere has been a noticeable change in your loved one\u2019s mood or demeanorThere is an excessive pile of invoices, bills or collection lettersProving Financial Elder AbuseProving financial elder abuse can become complicated, especially if you are seeking legal justice without the help of an experienced New Jersey elder abuse attorney. To win a New Jersey financial elder abuse case, you must prove that:It is \u201cmore likely than not\u201d that the abuse took placeThe victim is 65 years or older when the abuse took placeThe perpetrator knew or should have known that their actions were likely to cause harm to the elderly victimIt should be noted that a plaintiff\u2019s burden of proof in civil court is far less than in criminal court. This lower standard of proof makes it easier for elder abuse attorneys to successfully make their case and seek justice for the abused victims.Call a New Jersey Elder Abuse Attorney Today!The legal team at Beninato & Matrafajlo Attorneys at Law, LLC is dedicated to helping our injured clients reach the best monetary settlement when they are involved in any type of accidents.If you suspect a loved one has become the victim of elder abuse, you need an experienced and caring legal advocate on your side. Our experienced New Jersey elder abuse attorneys are available to personally review your case. Call us at 908-325-3032 to schedule a free, complimentary consultation with our legal team today."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"How To Prove Financial Elder Abuse","item":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/how-to-prove-financial-elder-abuse\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]