A mentor once told me that we take better care of our pets than we do older victims of mistreatment. As a researcher, I have sat across from people, including grown men, crying while recounting ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I share insight and perspective on financial advice and true wealth. Jun 12, 2023, 10:20am EDT This article is more than 3 years ...

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As World Elder Abuse Awareness Day approaches on June 15, AARP Pennsylvania is drawing attention to one of the most prevalent yet underreported forms of ...

On the occasion of the New York State Bar Association’s 150th anniversary, from Jan. 13 to Jan. 16, 2026, members present insights, developments, and innovative perspectives shaping the future of the ...

According to recent research from AARP, the rate of elder financial exploitation has more than doubled since the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic—costing victims aged 60+ an estimated $28.3 billion ...

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) recently issued a Financial Trend Analysis (“Analysis”) focusing on patterns and trends identified in Bank Secrecy Act (“BSA”) data linked to Elder ...

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 02: Actor Mickey Rooney testifies at Senate hearing on elder abuse The DOJ posts 11 financial exploitation warning signs on its website. I’m highlighting the three most ...

The Linn County Attorney’s Office will have one prosecutor take over elder abuse and financial exploitation of elders crimes ...

U.S. seniors lose $28.3 billion annually as a result of financial exploitation, according to a new AARP study released Thursday as elder abuse was highlighted by the financial industry and securities ...

Financial abuse and exploitation of older adults is a vexing problem requiring increased public awareness. Every year, thousands of cases are reported in Maryland. According to the FBI’s Internet ...

One of the most underestimated parts of being a savvy investor is identifying and defending against financial abuse and exploitation. While seniors and those with disabilities are frequent targets, ...

The purple ribbons on first-responder vehicles, all over social media and on YWCA Greenwich staff and others in the community, are important reminders that October was domestic violence awareness and ...