
Los Angeles Senior Abuse Attorneys - Protect Your Loved Ones
Safeguarding Seniors in Pasadena and Surrounding Areas
As your loved ones age, you want to make sure they continue to enjoy a happy, safe, and full life. Reaching your senior years comes with many challenges and many seniors become more vulnerable as they lose certain physical and mental abilities.
Unfortunately, elder abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of sex, social status, or ethnic background. Even persons under the age of 65 can be victims of elder abuse if they are a dependent adult, such as those under a conservatorship. This abuse wears many faces and, alarmingly, typically occurs at the hands of the people who are most trusted by the victims – like their spouses, children, grandchildren, caregivers, or financial advisors.
If you or someone you know is the victim of elder abuse, seek legal representation right away. At Marilyn Smith Law APC, our Pasadena elder abuse attorneys represent the innocent and vulnerable elders and dependent adults throughout Los Angeles who endure various forms of abuse. We are ready to put our more than 20 years of experience to work for you, fighting in court to end the abuse and obtain the compensation your loved one deserves.
Contact us online or call (626) 317-6068 today.
Ideally, every elder or dependent adult would have a compassionate and kind caretaker who is genuinely concerned with their health and well-being. Unfortunately, that is not always the case – elders cannot always count on their family members or paid professionals to meet their needs and provide adequate care.
Types of Elder Abuse We Handle:
- Financial Abuse: When a caretaker, such as a conservator or someone with a financial power of attorney, misuses an elder’s finances for their own benefit.
- Nursing Home and Assisted Living Facility Abuse: When medical staff and/or employees fail to provide the proper care for an elder.
- Physical Abuse: This can include both threats of violence and actual physical mishandling/violence.
- Sexual Abuse: Includes any sexual contact without the elder’s consent.
- Neglect: When a caregiver fails to provide basic necessities such as food, shelter, and water. Can also include the failure to provide proper hygiene, giving incorrect medication dosage, and social neglect.
Marilyn Smith Law APC is prepared to take your case to court and represent you with vigor. Our Pasadena elder abuse attorneys have over 20 years of experience that they are eager to put to work for you. We are passionate about helping those in need and remain committed to ending abuse of elders and dependent adults in Glendale, Arcadia, and the surrounding areas.

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Understanding Senior Abuse in Pasadena and Surrounding Communities
In Pasadena, the well-being of our seniors is a community priority, yet many families face the heartbreaking reality of elder abuse. Local resources, such as the Pasadena Senior Center and the City of Pasadena's Department of Aging, provide valuable support and information for families navigating these difficult situations. However, the prevalence of financial abuse, neglect, and emotional mistreatment remains a significant concern for many residents.
As our loved ones age, they may become increasingly reliant on caregivers, which can sometimes lead to exploitation. In Pasadena, where many families are busy balancing work and personal commitments, it can be challenging to monitor the care that seniors receive. This lack of oversight can create opportunities for abuse, particularly in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The California Department of Social Services oversees these facilities, but families must remain vigilant and proactive in ensuring their loved ones are safe.


Why Choose Marilyn Smith Law APC?


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Our clients are our business. We provide the respectful attention and personalized support that your case deserves.
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Most cases require multiple areas of expertise. Team LOOMMS takes a strategic, collaborative approach to ensure no detail is overlooked.
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Lead attorney Marilyn M. Smith has successfully handled more than 200 cases in court—experience that translates into confident, trial-ready representation.
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Our attorney brings four decades of proven legal knowledge to every case, ensuring clients receive seasoned, thoughtful counsel.