Elder Abuse

questions & answers

Question: I cannot file medical malpractice. Can i file for elder abuse, against a physician?

Answer: The answer to your question depends on a number of factors not mentioned in your question.  How long ago did the abuse/malpractice occur?  Who was the abused person -- you, a parent, a friend?  What are the facts of the incident and what damages did the elderly person suffer?  You need to discuss the specifics of your question with an attorney.  There are 3 programs in Arizona that you can use to get some inexpensive legal advice and guidance.  One is the Modest Means Program.  If you are financially qualified for the program, for a $75 fee, Modest Means offers a one hour consult with an experienced attorney.  If you need additional help and the attorney agrees to take your case, the fee charged will not exceed $75 per hour.  The telephone number is (866)637-5341.  Both the Maricopa and Pima County Bar Associations have lawyer referral programs that offer a 30 minute consult with an experienced attorney.  Maricopa County's Lawyer Referral Service offers a 30 minute consult for a fee of $40.  The telephone number is (602) 257-4434.  Pima County's Lawyer Referral Service offers a 30 minute consultation for a fee of $35.  The telephone number is (520) 623-4625.