Elder Abuse Attorney in North Texas & Southern Oklahoma
Elder abuse — whether physical, emotional, financial, or through neglect — is a serious violation of the duty of care owed to our most vulnerable loved ones. David M. Kennedy fights to protect their rights and hold abusers accountable.
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When Those Entrusted
With Care Cause Harm
Elder abuse — often occurring as nursing home abuse — refers to any intentional or negligent act or omission that causes harm or distress to an elderly person in a nursing home, long-term care facility, or home setting. It is more common than most families realize, and it is often deliberately concealed by the people responsible for it.
The Law Office of David M. Kennedy, P.C. represents victims of elder abuse and their families across North Texas and Southern Oklahoma. There is absolutely no charge to discuss your claims with David.
Understand the Types of Abuse
Elder abuse can take many forms — often more than one at a time. Understanding what you are looking for is the first step toward protecting your loved one.
Physical Abuse
Any non-accidental use of physical force that causes injury or pain — including hitting, pushing, restraining, or the inappropriate use of medication or physical restraints.
Emotional or Psychological Abuse
Inflicting emotional pain or mental anguish through verbal or non-verbal means — including humiliation, intimidation, threats, isolation, or belittling the elderly person.
Sexual Abuse
Non-consensual sexual contact of any kind, including unwanted touching, sexual assault, or rape. It involves both physical and psychological harm and is often severely underreported.
Neglect
Failing to provide the necessary care required for the well-being of the elderly person — including withholding food, water, medication, personal hygiene assistance, or necessary medical care.
Financial Exploitation
Illegally or improperly using an elderly person's financial resources for personal gain — including stealing money, forging signatures, coercing changes to wills or power of attorney, or unauthorized use of accounts.
Abandonment
Deserting an elderly person who requires care — either intentionally or through negligence — by leaving them alone without arranging for their necessary care and support.
Warning Signs to Watch For
What Can You Do to Protect Your Loved One?
If you suspect elder abuse, here are the steps you should take immediately:
Document any signs of abuse or neglect with photographs, videos, or detailed written descriptions — including dates and times.
Report your concerns to the nursing home or facility administration and request a formal investigation. Keep notes of who you spoke with and when.
Contact the appropriate regulatory agencies — such as Adult Protective Services or the Long-Term Care Ombudsman's office — to report the abuse officially.
Your best option is to seek legal advice from the Law Office of David M. Kennedy. We can advise you behind the scenes on how to walk through the problem — and if we are unable to help you, we most likely can put you in touch with those who can.
— Law Office of David M. Kennedy, P.C.At the Law Office of David M. Kennedy, there is no charge for an initial consultation. If you believe your loved one has been the victim of elder abuse, do not wait — the signs often worsen, and the evidence can disappear. Call today.
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