Sexual Elder Abuse
Sexual Elder Abuse Attorney in Charleston, WV
Overview
Due to a variety of inherent characteristics found in some elderly people, whether an aging, mental state, lack of physical capability, or general vulnerability, sexual abuse happens in some nursing homes and other settings. It can be a scary thought, especially if you have loved ones living in a nursing home, but by knowing the signs that this is occurring and what you can do about it, you can ensure that your loved ones are protected.
If you do suspect abuse, you need to contact a sexual elder abuse attorney in Charleston, WV. With decades of experience helping hundreds of individuals in these cases, the Love Law Firm is confident in our ability to prosecute instigators of sexual elder abuse while compensating you and your loved ones for the pain and suffering they endured. Call us today at (304) 344 5683 for a free consultation, and in the meantime, you can find more information about sexual elder abuse below.
WHAT IS SEXUAL ELDER ABUSE
The name “sexual elder abuse” may seem self-explanatory, but there is a wide array of behaviors nursing home staff and others can commit that would constitute sexual elder abuse. Some of the more obvious acts would include sexual contact with the elder without the elder’s consent. Some lesser-known forms of abuse can include:
- Showing an elder sexual or pornographic material
- Forcing an elder to watch sex acts
- Forcing an elder to undress in an adverse situation
The unfortunate list of deviant, abusive acts can continue; nonetheless, if your loved one has reported sexual abuse, you need to take it very seriously.
SIGNS OF SEXUAL ELDER ABUSE
Physical abuse could produce bruises, cuts, and other visible marks. Sexual elder abuse, on the other hand, inflicts significant psychological damage to the individual. In worst-case scenarios, the physical signs of sexual abuse are hidden. The first and most alarming sign of sexual abuse, however, is a report, or even a hint, coming from your loved one. Also, pay close attention to their behavior, how they present themselves, and how your loved one reacts to the presence of staff. Other signs of sexual elder abuse can include:
- Bruises around the breasts and/or genital area
- Unexplained sexually transmitted diseases, venereal disease, or genital infections
- Unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding
- Torn, stained, or bloody undergarments
Furthermore, as sexual abuse carries a profound array of emotional damage, pay attention to behaviors such as the loved one acting emotionally agitated, withdrawn, and/or non-communicative. A sharp change in behavior could also be a sign that some abuse is occurring.
CONTACT CHARLESTON’S LEADING ELDER ABUSE LAW FIRM
If you suspect that your loved one is a victim of sexual elder abuse in Charleston, WV, remember that you have many professional services, both experienced and capable of protecting your loved one and prosecuting instigators. In addition to Adult Protective Services and the Department of Health and Human Services, make sure to contact a Charleston attorney experienced with elder abuse. At Love Law Firm, we will do everything under West Virginia and federal law to ensure that you or your loved one is compensated for medical expenses as well as pain and suffering. Furthermore, for every successful case, you can help prevent sexual elder abuse from happening to others.
Contact attorney Chad for a free consultation at (304) 344 5683.
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