For individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or asbestos-related lung cancer, compensation may be available through asbestos trust funds. These funds were established by bankrupt asbestos manufacturers to ensure future victims could receive financial restitution. While trust fund claims are often faster than traditional lawsuits, the timeline can still vary widely depending on the claimant’s documentation,…

Emotional elder abuse is one of the most overlooked forms of mistreatment in long-term care settings. It leaves no visible scars, yet its impact can be profound—eroding a resident’s dignity, mental health, and sense of safety. In California, families have the right to pursue legal action when emotional abuse occurs in nursing homes, assisted living…

Sexual abuse of elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is one of the most disturbing and underreported forms of institutional harm. Victims are often cognitively impaired, physically dependent, or unable to communicate what happened. In California, families have the right to pursue civil lawsuits against facilities that fail to prevent, report, or…