Elder Abuse Standard Enforcement In California Is Moving Toward A Preponderance of The Evidence According to Los Angeles Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer Steven Peck

Posted by Isaac Nicolay | Posted in Credit Report | Posted on 29-06-2011

The Consumer Federation of California supports SB 558 (Simititan) because it would allow elder abuse both physical and neglect to be enforced using a preponderance of the evidence standard indicates California Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer Steven Peck.

As the bill author noted, “It is estimated that over 132,000 elders in California are abused every year. However, for every abuse reported, research has found that at least 5 others go unreported, making the actual number of abused people much higher than the reported rate. Studies show that neglect and abuse of nursing home residents have reached epidemic proportions. A report by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services found that at least 91% of homes have been cited for health and safety deficiencies. Yet many residents who suffer neglect and abuse find it virtually impossible to seek justice in court.”

This bill will strengthen protections for California’s most vulnerable consumers: seniors. SB 558 (Simitian) will empower elderly adults and their advocates to pursue necessary legal protection.

Current law provides elder abuse civil cases are litigated with a higher legal standard than what is used in civil financial abuse cases: clear and convincing evidence. This bill would correct this anomaly, and give seniors and senior advocates a more appropriate, effective tool for holding elder abusers accountable.

Have you or someone you know become a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect? If so, contact one of our experienced Peck Law Group Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyers today toll free at 1.866.999.9085. We Will Help You!!!

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