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What Is Elder Abuse?
Although there is not a legal definition, elder abuse means offensive or harmful treatment of someone sixty (60) years of age or older or other vulnerable adults with disabilities. Elder abuse can include physical, emotional, financial, psychological, or sexual abuse. It may also include financial neglect, self-neglect, or abandonment. Seniors commonly experience more than one type of mistreatment at the same or different times. Some types of elder abuse include:
What are some tips to protect myself at home?
Consider the following tips for keeping yourself safe in your home:
Do grandparents have rights to custody and visitation of their grandchildren?
Yes, under limited circumstances. Generally, the U.S. Constitution provides that parents have the right to raise their children as they see fit without interference. Just because grandparents might do a better job of raising a grandchild does not mean grandparents can interfere unless there is actual danger to a child. Nor do grandparents have any absolute right to be able to visit with their grandchildren.
Are there different considerations for divorcing later in life?
While the divorce law is the same, there are challenges unique to senior citizens that don’t apply to the general population. The biggest difference is that there is less time to recover financially. Issues to consider when older adults get divorced include:
What custody options are available to me?
What is consumer protection?
Consumers of all ages are vulnerable to the hard sell of professional salespeople. It can be difficult to make smart buying and lending decisions. Consumer protection is the protection of your rights as a consumer by being a well-informed and careful buyer. Some state and federal laws provide protection from unfair and deceptive practices by businesses and salespeople, but you must also be diligent in protecting yourself.
The fact sheets in this section will give you tips and information for protecting yourself in consumer transactions.
What is a door-to-door sale?
A door-to-door is when someone sells you a product or service at your home.
Can I get out of a door-to-door sales purchase?
If you change your mind, you have 3 days to get out of a door-to-door sale. If you decide to cancel your purchase, you must send a letter to the company before midnight of the third business day after the date of purchase.
What Does "As Is" Mean?
When a used car is sold "as is," it means you are buying the car in its current condition without any guarantees or warranties. Cars sold "as is" can usually not be returned, and the seller does not have a duty to fix it, even if it breaks down as you are driving it off the car lot.
How do I choose a contractor for home repairs?
Use the following tips when choosing a contractor for home repairs:
When will I receive merchandise that I ordered by mail?
The seller is required to ship the merchandise to you within the time limits stated in its ad or within 30 days if no time is stated.
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