Civil Litigation Series
Elder Abuse Litigation
by Russell S. Balisok
This deskbook provides a roadmap through California’s Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. It provides expert guidance and pointers for effective multidisciplinary practice under the Act. Significant focus is placed on the law of financial abuse and remedies, as well as physical abuse and neglect. The book also includes sample elder abuse action allegations, several sample motions in limine and other essential forms.
Summary of Contents
- Introduction
- Standing
- Conflicts and Ethical Issues
- Fee Agreement
- Elderly or Frail Victim Plaintiffs
- Protective Orders
- Abduction Actions
- Financial Abuse
- Neglect/Physical Abuse Damages Actions
- Nursing Facility Operator as Defendant
- Nursing Facility Administrator as Defendant
- Board and Care Facilities Liability
- Hospice Service as Defendant
- Medicare-Financed Managed Care Enterprises as Defendants
- Physician Liability
- Statute of Limitations
- Arbitration
- Pretrial Discovery
- Trial
- Settlement
- Processing Settlement or Judgment Proceeds
Forms
Tables of Authorities
Index
Available Format: Print
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