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Civil Litigation

Aug. 7, 2019

Lopsided arbitration agreements and elder abuse

Elderly Californians and their families turn to 24-hour care facilities during their greatest time of need. Twenty-four hour care is meant for individuals who can no longer care for themselves at home. During the selection process, lopsided admission agreements are the last thing on any consumer’s mind.

Gregory M. McCarty

The Kindley Firm, APC

Email: greg@kindleylawyers.com

Gregory joined the firm in 2008. His current practice areas include personal injury and elder abuse litigation.

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Elderly Californians and their families turn to 24-hour care facilities during their greatest time of need. Twenty-four hour care is meant for individuals who can no longer care for themselves at home. During the selection pro...

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