Withdrawals from automatic teller machines when the person cannot walk or get to the bank on their own. Checks signed when the older person cannot write. Signatures on checks do not resemble the older person's signature. Noticeable change in the spending habits of people living with or caring for the older person. The older person's living arrangements are not commensurate with the size of the estate.
Recent acquaintances express excessive affection for a wealthy older person.
The older person is isolated from family or friends. Bank tellers, personal bankers, register of deeds officials, family members and neighbors are often the people who uncover the signs of financial abuse of the elderly. There are a number of laws that apply in situations of financial abuse against the elderly. For instance, the criminal statutes of theft, embezzlement, forgery, securities fraud and unfair trade practices often apply to cases of financial abuse of the elderly. Civil actions might apply as well.